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Colorful Zucchini Spears

By: Jan Caldwell

"A bit of bacon lends hearty flavor to this colorful side dish, while low-fat cheese helps keep the calories in check. Jan Caldwell sent the recipe from her kitchen in Shingle Springs, California."

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Prep Time:
10 Min

Cook Time:
20 Min

Ready In:
30 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 2 servings

Ingredients

1 slice bacon, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 medium zucchini
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 plum tomato, halved and sliced
1/4 cup sliced onion
1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese

Directions

In a small nonstick skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until cooked but not crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels to drain. Cut zucchini in half widthwise; cut halves lengthwise into quarters. Place in an ungreased shallow 1-qt. baking dish.
Combine the salt, oregano, garlic powder and pepper; sprinkle half over the zucchini. Top with tomato, onion, remaining seasonings and bacon. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until zucchini is tender.

Footnotes

Nutritional Analysis: 1 serving equals 85 calories, 5 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 13 mg cholesterol, 202 mg sodium, 6 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 6 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat.