Italian Saute
Bursting with vibrant Mediterranean flavors, Italian Sauté is a quick and healthy vegetable medley perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. This one-pan recipe combines tender zucchini, sweet red bell peppers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and earthy mushrooms, all sautéed in fragrant olive oil and garlic. A dash of Italian seasoning, fresh basil leaves, and optional Parmesan cheese bring a classic Italian flair to this dish. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a versatile recipe that can be served as a colorful side dish or a light vegetarian main with crusty bread or pasta. Whether you're craving a taste of Italy or looking for an easy way to add more veggies to your table, Italian Sauté is a surefire winner for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
- 1 large red bell pepper, sliced into strips
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1.5 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but be careful not to let it burn.
Add the sliced zucchini, red bell pepper, and mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are slightly softened.
Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and sprinkle the Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper over the vegetables. Mix well to coat the vegetables evenly with the seasoning.
Continue cooking for another 7-8 minutes or until the vegetables are tender but not mushy and the tomatoes start to break down.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the torn basil leaves for a burst of fresh flavor.
Transfer the Italian Saute to a serving dish and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Serve warm as a side dish or as a light main course with crusty bread or pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
201 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.7 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.3 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 7 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 341 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.3 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.4 g | ||
| Protein | 8.4 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 154 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 872 mg | 19% | |
*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.
