Zuccamole (Zucchini Guacamole)

Name: Zuccamole (Zucchini Guacamole)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 cups
Ingredients: 2 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 3/4 teaspoon onion powder; 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/4 cup olive oil; 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion; 1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro; 1 tablespoon chopped seeded jalapeno pepper, optional

Total Time Prep: 15 min. Cook: 15 min. + cooling

Yield 2 cups

Test Kitchen Approved

No avocados? No problem. This creamy zucchini guacamole transforms humble zucchini into a fresh dip that's surprisingly similar to the real thing.

Ingredients

2 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise
1 tablespoon lime juice
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon chopped seeded jalapeno pepper, optional

Directions

In a large saucepan, place a steamer basket over 1 in. of water. Place zucchini in basket. Bring water to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer; steam, covered, until tender, 15-20 minutes. Cool completely in the refrigerator.
Place zucchini, lime juice, salt, garlic and onion powders in a food processor. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream, until mixture is emulsified and smooth.
Stir in onion, cilantro and jalapeno, if using.

Nutrition Facts

1/4 cup: 71 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 186mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.