Roasted Zucchini and Shrimp With Za’atar Yogurt

Preparation

1. Step 1

   Place rack 6 inches from broiler, and heat oven to 425 degrees. In a large bowl, toss together zucchini, 2 tablespoons olive oil, ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon red-pepper flakes. Spread evenly on a rimmed sheet pan. Roast until the zucchini is nicely browned all over, about 25 minutes, tossing halfway through.

2. Step 2

   While the zucchini roasts, pat shrimp dry and add to the same bowl used for the zucchini (no need to wash it). Toss shrimp with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, ½ teaspoon salt, remaining ¼ teaspoon red-pepper flakes, 2 teaspoons za’atar and all of the lemon zest. Let sit at room temperature while the zucchini roasts.

3. Step 3

   Remove zucchini from oven and turn the broiler to high. Add shrimp to the sheet pan with the zucchini, spreading it out evenly. Broil for 2 to 5 minutes, or until the shrimp just cooks through (watch it carefully so the shrimp don’t overcook).

4. Step 4

   Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together yogurt, remaining ¼ teaspoon salt, half of the lemon juice, the remaining 2 teaspoons za’atar and the grated garlic. Taste and add more salt or lemon juice, if needed. If the mixture is very thick, stir in a little water to loosen it, then spoon it on top of the shrimp and zucchini, and sprinkle with chopped herbs. Serve, making sure to scoop up the pan juices.