Italian Zucchini
Transform your fresh garden zucchini into a vibrant and flavorful dish with this easy Italian Zucchini recipe! Perfect as a healthy side dish or light vegetarian main, this recipe combines tender zucchini slices sautéed to golden perfection with sweet cherry tomatoes, fragrant garlic, and a dash of red chili flakes for a subtle kick. Infused with the earthy aroma of dried oregano and finished with fresh basil and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, this dish is a true celebration of classic Italian flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a quick and delicious way to bring the taste of Italy to your table. Serve it warm for a cozy dinner or as part of a Mediterranean-inspired spread! Keywords: Italian Zucchini recipe, sautéed zucchini with garlic, quick zucchini side dish, healthy Italian recipes, vegetarian Mediterranean recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized zucchini
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the zucchinis. Slice them into half-moons, about 1/4-inch thick.
Mince the garlic cloves. Halve the cherry tomatoes if they are large.
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. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet. Stir to coat the zucchini in the olive oil and garlic.
Cook the zucchini for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it begins to soften and turn golden brown.
Add the cherry tomatoes, dried oregano, and red chili flakes to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Season the dish with salt and ground black pepper. Continue to cook for another 3-5 minutes, until the tomatoes soften and release their juices.
Remove the skillet from heat. Tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces and sprinkle them over the zucchini mixture.
Transfer the zucchini mixture to a serving dish. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top for finishing.
Serve warm as a side dish or light main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
638 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.7 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.1 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 1192 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.7 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.8 g | ||
| Protein | 20.1 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 396 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 2520 mg | 54% | |
*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.
