Cherry Tomato and Zucchini Saut
Bring vibrant summer flavors to your table with this quick and easy Cherry Tomato and Zucchini Sauté, a colorful dish bursting with goodness and ready in just 20 minutes! Perfect as a healthy side or light vegetarian main, this recipe combines tender zucchini rounds and juicy cherry tomatoes with fragrant garlic, a hint of red pepper flakes for subtle heat, and fresh basil for a burst of herbal freshness. The sauté is tossed in golden olive oil, allowing the natural flavors to shine, and can be finished with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese for added richness. Simple, fresh, and packed with nutrients, this one-skillet wonder is an ideal addition to any meal, whether paired with grilled proteins, tossed with pasta, or served alongside crusty bread.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 whole garlic cloves
- 2 medium zucchini
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Wash and trim the ends of the zucchini. Slice them into thin rounds, about 1/4 inch thick.
Rinse the cherry tomatoes and pat them dry. If they are large, cut them in half; otherwise, leave them whole.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the zucchini slices to the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.
Stir in the cherry tomatoes, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes begin to burst and release their juices.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the fresh basil leaves.
If desired, sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese for added flavor.
Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy on its own as a light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
496 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.3 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 9 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 5067 mg | 220% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.9 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.1 g | ||
| Protein | 10.7 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 232 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1617 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
