Adapted from the Almond Board of California 

Roasted zucchini, savory olives, flavorful garlic, sweet basil and NOW natural almonds make this recipe a heart-healthy side dish. It can also be served as an entree atop pasta or rice.

Serves 4

Ingredients

3 small zucchini, sliced thin

2 teaspoons salt

2 tablespoons NOW Real Food® Extra Virgin Olive Oil*

1 clove garlic, minced

2 tablespoons green olives, chopped roughly

1/4 cup roughly chopped NOW Real Food® Natural Almonds*

2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped roughly

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Using a vegetable peeler, slice zucchini lengthwise into long, thin strips and put in a medium-sized bowl.
3. Add salt and allow zucchini to sit for 5 minutes.
4. Add all remaining ingredients and toss lightly.
5. Arrange in a single layer in an ungreased baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes.
6. Serve as a side dish or atop pasta with marinara sauce.

*NOW items available at your local health food store