Homemade zucchini caviar is a cooked vegetable spread made with grated zucchini, chopped tomatoes, onion, and garlic. The vegetables simmer uncovered until excess moisture evaporates and the mixture becomes thick enough to spoon onto bread or toast. Lemon juice and fresh parsley finish the spread.
The texture depends on how finely you prepare the vegetables and how much liquid cooks off. Stir occasionally as it thickens, paying attention to the bottom of the pan. Serve as an appetizer or vegetable side. This version is intended for fresh serving and refrigerated storage.
This recipe is featured in our Zucchini Recipes Guide, where you can explore simple vegetable dishes built around zucchini.
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Homemade Zucchini Caviar
Ingredients
Equipment
Cooking Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add onions and cook until softened.
- Stir in grated zucchini and cook for 10 minutes.
- Add tomatoes, garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Simmer uncovered for about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is thick and excess liquid has evaporated. Continue cooking if needed, stirring more frequently as it thickens.
- Stir in lemon juice and parsley.
- Serve freshly cooked, or divide into shallow food-storage containers and refrigerate promptly. Do not leave it at room temperature to cool completely.