I'm not a Chef, I'm Italian...

I am not a formally schooled "Chef", I was taught the joy of cooking in my Sicilian mothers kitchen. When I am in my kitchen preparing my family's recipes it reminds me of her and the loved ones that have passed on but come alive through memories made in the kitchen or around the kitchen table. For me and my family cooking and sharing food is about making memories. The time I spend cooking in the kitchen and at the table with the people I love are the most meaningful moments in my life.

Tuesday, October 7, 2014

Grilled Lemon Zucchini

One of my favorite veggies Zucchini is packed with Vitamins C and A, potassium, folate, and fiber. All contribute to a healthy heart by decreasing the risk of stroke, reducing high blood pressure, and lowering cholesterol. It is so versatile below is one of my new favorite and SIMPLE ways of preparing it.

Ingredients

3 medium Zucchini

Coconut oil (refined)see note below

Lemon zest and juice

Salt, pepper to taste

Olive oil

Grated cheese

Directions

Slice zucchini, rub the grill pan with coconut oil, over medium heat sear each side of zucchini cooking in batches, place on platter and season zucchini with olive oil,salt, pepper, zested lemon, grated cheese and drizzle with lemon juice.