Italian Style Zucchini
Transform your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and flavorful recipe for Italian Style Zucchini! Packed with rustic Mediterranean charm, this quick and easy dish features tender zucchini rounds sautéed in aromatic garlic-infused olive oil and seasoned with a perfect blend of dried oregano, red pepper flakes, and freshly chopped parsley. Finished with a bright splash of lemon juice and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, this classic Italian side dish strikes a delicious balance of rich, herby, and tangy flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s the perfect low-carb, vegetarian addition to any meal. Whether served alongside grilled meats, tossed with pasta, or enjoyed on its own, this versatile zucchini recipe brings the taste of Italy straight to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.25 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Wash and dry the zucchini. Slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds or half-moons, depending on preference.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves. Roughly chop the fresh parsley.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30-60 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet. Stir to coat the zucchini in the garlic-infused oil.
Sprinkle the dried oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper over the zucchini. Stir well to combine.
Cook the zucchini over medium heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it becomes tender but not mushy.
Once the zucchini is cooked to your liking, remove the skillet from heat and add the chopped parsley, grated Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice. Stir to combine.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Transfer the zucchini to a serving plate and garnish with extra Parmesan and parsley if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
635 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.6 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 8984 mg | 391% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.4 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.0 g | ||
| Protein | 17.7 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 395 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1891 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.
