Herbed Carrots and Zucchini
Elevate your dinner table with this vibrant and healthy recipe for Herbed Carrots and Zucchini, a quick and versatile veggie dish bursting with fresh flavors. Perfectly sautéed carrots and zucchini are paired with the aromatic duo of garlic and olive oil, then brightened with a zesty splash of lemon juice. Fresh parsley and thyme add a delightful herby finish, making this recipe the perfect side for your favorite protein or a light standalone meal. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or elegant dinners alike. Packed with wholesome ingredients and simple to prepare, this herbed vegetable medley is sure to become a go-to in your culinary repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Carrots
- 2 medium Zucchini
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Peel the carrots and slice them into thin rounds.
Trim the ends off the zucchini and slice them into thin rounds to match the size of the carrots.
Mince the garlic cloves and finely chop the parsley.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the carrots to the skillet and sauté for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.
Add the zucchini slices to the skillet and continue to cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the minced garlic, fresh parsley, and thyme. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
Drizzle the lemon juice over the vegetables and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Remove from heat and serve warm as a side dish or a light vegetable main.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
514 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.9 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5097 mg | 222% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.1 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.2 g | ||
| Protein | 7.1 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 173 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1807 mg | 38% | |
*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.
