Step 1

If grilling or roasting, cut zucchini into 1/3-inch thick strips, brush with olive oil, season with salt. If sauteeing the zucchini, either dice or shred.

Step 2

Place on a greased grill over medium heat until charred and translucent. Roast: place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, roast in a 400F oven until tender and translucent, about 20 minutes. (If you have very large zucchini with thick skin, you can half it lengthwise, roast in the oven, and then scoop out the flesh, leaving the skin out.). Saute: Heat an extra-large skillet over medium heat with olive oil, season with salt and saute until translucent, tender and falling apart, about 15 minutes.

Step 3

Place the cooked zucchini and the rest of the ingredients in a food processor, and puree until relatively smooth. Taste and adjust salt and lemon to taste—stir in a little yogurt for extra creaminess.

Step 4

Place it in a serving bowl, making a little circular “well” using a spoon, and drizzle a little olive oil in the well, sprinkle with Zaatar or Dukkah, and fresh herbs and serve either warm or chilled.