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Source of fiber and plant protein
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Baked Zucchini with Yogurt and Chickpeas (250 g) has 228 calories. That works out to 91 calories per 100 g. It contains 27 g of carbs, 11.3 g of protein, 7.8 g of fat and 6.5 g of fiber. Its 0.5 mg of Copper covers 53% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 32 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Baked zucchini with yogurt and chickpeas brings together oven-cooked zucchini, hearty chickpeas and cool yogurt, often served as a simple vegetable-led main or side. It is not tied to one specific region or a single traditional recipe; rather, it combines familiar ingredients in a home-style dish that works well across Mediterranean-inspired cooking.
The zucchini turns tender and may brown at the edges, while chickpeas add substance and yogurt brings a tangy, creamy contrast. Serve it warm or at room temperature, with salad or bread for a relaxed lunch or dinner. It offers fibre and plant protein, and you can keep it lighter by using a modest amount of oil and adding the yogurt at the table.
Selected: 100 g
91
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
10.8g
· 4% DV
Protein
4.5g
· 9% DV
Fat
3.1g
· 4% DV
Fiber
2.6g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 48% · Protein 20% · Fat 32%
Vitamins
B6
0.16mg · 9% DV
Folate
35µg · 9% DV
Vitamin C
8.5mg · 9% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
105mg · 15% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
280mg · 8% DV
Magnesium
29mg · 7% DV
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 91 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.61g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.72g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.68g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12.4:1).
Baked Zucchini with Yogurt and Chickpeas is made by roasting sliced zucchini with cooked chickpeas, then adding yogurt for serving. Cut the zucchini into evenly sized pieces so they cook at the same rate, and add the yogurt after baking.
Baked Zucchini with Yogurt and Chickpeas pairs well with crusty bread, rice, or a crisp green salad. The chickpeas and yogurt make it filling enough to serve as a vegetarian main, or it can accompany grilled fish or meat.
Yes, Baked Zucchini with Yogurt and Chickpeas can be eaten cold or at room temperature. It works well as a make-ahead lunch, but keep the yogurt separate until serving if you want the zucchini to stay firmer and the topping thick.
Yes, use cooked chickpeas in Baked Zucchini with Yogurt and Chickpeas. Dried chickpeas will not become tender during the zucchini’s roasting time; canned chickpeas are convenient, but drain and rinse them before adding.
The yogurt can turn watery on Baked Zucchini with Yogurt and Chickpeas when it sits on hot zucchini or releases moisture after salting. Use thick Greek-style yogurt and spoon it over the dish just before serving.
Baked Zucchini with Yogurt and Chickpeas keeps for a few days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Store the yogurt separately when possible, then reheat only the zucchini and chickpeas and add fresh yogurt afterward.
You can freeze the baked zucchini and chickpeas, but the zucchini may become softer after thawing and the yogurt does not freeze well. Freeze the roasted portion without yogurt, thaw it in the refrigerator, reheat, and add fresh yogurt to serve.
Small to medium, firm zucchini work best for Baked Zucchini with Yogurt and Chickpeas because they tend to be less watery and cook evenly. Choose unblemished zucchini and cut the pieces to a similar thickness before roasting.
Yes, you can roast the zucchini and chickpeas for Baked Zucchini with Yogurt and Chickpeas ahead of time. Refrigerate them separately from the yogurt, then serve them chilled or reheat the vegetables gently and add the yogurt at the end.
Baked Zucchini with Yogurt and Chickpeas can fit into a weight-loss meal because it combines vegetables, chickpeas, and yogurt in a filling dish. Keep added oil moderate and serve a portion that suits your appetite and overall meal plan.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.