Monterey Zucchini
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this quick and flavorful Monterey Zucchini recipe, a delightful combination of tender sautéed zucchini, melted Monterey Jack cheese, and aromatic garlic. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy side dish delivers a perfect balance of creamy, cheesy goodness and a hint of spice from red pepper flakes. Fresh parsley or cilantro adds a pop of color and freshness, making this dish as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect for busy nights or when you need a fast veggie-forward option, Monterey Zucchini pairs beautifully with grilled chicken, fish, or your favorite main dishes. With its simple ingredients and comforting flavors, this recipe is destined to become a family favorite. Keywords: Monterey Zucchini, sautéed zucchini recipe, cheesy zucchini, quick side dish, vegetable side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons parsley or cilantro (fresh, chopped)
Instructions
Wash the zucchini thoroughly and slice them into thin rounds, about 1/4 inch thick.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes or until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Toss the zucchini to evenly coat with the seasonings.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook the zucchini for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender but not mushy.
Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the zucchini in the skillet. Cover the skillet with a lid and allow the cheese to melt, about 2-3 minutes.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the zucchini with chopped parsley or cilantro.
Serve the Monterey Zucchini warm as a side dish or light entrée. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1024 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.9 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.6 g | 143% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 117 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 9491 mg | 413% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.6 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.6 g | ||
| Protein | 37.4 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 998 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1926 mg | 41% | |
*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.
