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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mint, 0.25$1.99 each typical | 0.25 | $0.60Typical price | |
| Butter, 2 oz$0.40/oz typical | 2 oz | $0.80Typical price | |
| Garlic, 0.25$0.75 each typical | 0.25 | $0.26Typical price | |
| Zucchini and summer squash, 0.5 lb$1.79/lb typical | 0.5 lb | $0.90Typical price | |
| Bell peppers, 0.45 lb$2.49/lb typical | 0.45 lb | $1.17Typical price | |
| Lemons and limes, 1$0.60 each typical | 1 | $0.60Typical price | |
| Total for the servings shown | $5.07 | ||
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- Swap butter for margarine and vegan butterabout $0.15/oz less at typical prices
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Dried herbs, spices and seasoning blendsOlive and cooking oil
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- 25 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 4servings as written
- $typical cost tier
AmericanGluten-freeLow-carbHigh-proteinBudgetSide dishesSummer grilling
Typical price
$1.27 per serving$5.07 for 4
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Ingredients
- 1 heaping tbs fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp each: smoked paprika & onion powder
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- to taste kosher salt and ground black pepper (optional)
- 2 1/2 tbsp good-quality olive oil (optional)
- 4 tbsp butter
- 3 1/2 cloves garlic
- 1 zucchini
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 1 whole lemon
- optional for garnish: garnishes and serving: fresh basil and lemon wedges
Steps
- Slice the zucchini and red bell pepper, mince the garlic, and zest and juice the lemon.
- Heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the zucchini and pepper, then stir-fry for 6 to 8 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Stir in the garlic, thyme, paprika, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper, and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the remaining butter and lemon juice, toss for 1 minute, and remove from the heat.
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