Glazed Zucchini
Transform your everyday vegetable side dish into a flavor-packed delight with this Glazed Zucchini recipe. Perfectly sautéed zucchini rounds are coated in a rich, savory-sweet glaze made with soy sauce, honey, garlic, and a hint of red pepper flakes for a subtle spicy kick. The zucchini caramelizes beautifully in the skillet, creating tender slices with golden edges and layers of umami flavor. A sprinkle of sesame seeds and fresh parsley adds a burst of texture and color, making this dish as visually appealing as it is delicious. Ready in just 22 minutes, this quick and versatile recipe is ideal as a healthy side dish or a light vegetarian main when served over fluffy rice. Your family will love this easy, weeknight-friendly way to enjoy zucchini!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1.5 tablespoons honey
- 3 cloves garlic
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
Wash the zucchini thoroughly under running water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Trim the ends off the zucchini and slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes to create the glaze. Stir well until the honey is fully dissolved.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the zucchini rounds in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
Sprinkle the zucchini with salt and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, until golden brown, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and pour the prepared glaze over the zucchini in the skillet. Toss gently to coat the zucchini evenly in the glaze.
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the glaze to thicken slightly and cling to the zucchini.
Transfer the glazed zucchini to a serving platter and sprinkle with sesame seeds and optional chopped fresh parsley for garnish.
Serve warm as a side dish or over rice for a simple vegetarian meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
674 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.1 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 9793 mg | 426% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.7 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 80.5 g | ||
| Protein | 12.2 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 152 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1898 mg | 40% | |
*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.
