Paleo Stir-Fried Zucchini
Elevate your vegetable game with this quick and flavorful Paleo Stir-Fried Zucchini recipe! Perfect for a healthy side dish or a light, standalone meal, this dish features tender zucchini slices stir-fried to perfection in aromatic coconut oil and garlic. A pinch of sea salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes adds the perfect balance of seasoning, while fresh parsley delivers a vibrant, herbaceous finish. Ready in just 18 minutes with only one skillet required, this low-carb, gluten-free, and dairy-free recipe is a weeknight hero for those following a paleo lifestyle. Serve it hot and savor the crisp-yet-tender texture and bold flavors that make this dish irresistible!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized zucchini
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 3 garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Wash and dry the zucchini. Using a sharp knife, slice the zucchini into thin rounds, about 1/4 inch thick.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet or wok, heat the coconut oil over medium-high heat until melted and shimmering.
Add the garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds or until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the zucchini is tender but still slightly crisp.
Sprinkle the sea salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes over the zucchini. Toss to combine evenly.
Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the stir-fried zucchini with fresh parsley for a burst of flavor and color.
Serve immediately as a side dish or enjoy on its own!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
544 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.1 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.7 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 8625 mg | 375% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.5 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.5 g | ||
| Protein | 8.8 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 146 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1809 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.
