Slow-Cooked Summer Squash with Lemon and Thyme

Tender summer squash or zucchini slow-roasted with garlic, lemon, and fresh thyme in olive oil until golden brown and crispy. This Mediterranean-inspired side dish brings out the natural sweetness of the squash.

4 servings
2 hr

Ingredients

  • 1 lb summer squash
  • ½ head garlic
  • 1 whole lemon zest
  • 2 sprigs thyme
  • ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • ¾ tsp kosher salt
  • 1 Tbsp lemon juice

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Place a rack in middle of oven and preheat to 350°F. Toss summer squash, garlic, lemon zest, thyme, oil, and salt in a shallow 2-qt. baking dish to combine.

    10 min

  2. 2.

    Turn garlic cut side down, then roast vegetables, tossing 2 or 3 times, until golden brown, very tender, and edges and cut sides are crisp, 1 hour and 40 minutes-1 hour and 50 minutes. Let cool slightly, then add lemon juice and toss to coat.

    110 min