Quick Saute of Zucchini with Toasted Almonds and Pecorino
Elevate your midweek meals with this vibrant and flavorful Quick Sauté of Zucchini with Toasted Almonds and Pecorino. Perfect for busy nights, this simple yet elegant dish comes together in just 20 minutes, combining tender zucchini rounds sautéed in fragrant garlic-infused olive oil with nutty, golden-toasted almonds. A finishing touch of zesty lemon, fresh parsley, and rich, salty Pecorino cheese adds layers of freshness and savory depth. This low-carb, vegetarian recipe is a perfect side dish or light main course, showcasing the beauty of minimal ingredients prepared with care. Ideal for summer dining, it’s both wholesome and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Zucchini
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 cup Sliced almonds
- 1 ounce Pecorino cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
Instructions
Wash and dry the zucchini. Cut off the ends, then slice the zucchini into thin rounds, about 1/4 inch thick.
Finely chop the garlic cloves. Grate the Pecorino cheese and set it aside. Chop the fresh parsley and zest the lemon.
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced almonds and toast them dry, stirring frequently, until they are golden and fragrant (about 3-4 minutes). Remove the almonds from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant but not browned.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the sliced zucchini to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper. Sauté the zucchini for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it becomes tender and lightly golden.
Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the toasted almonds, freshly chopped parsley, and lemon zest. Toss to combine.
Transfer the sautéed zucchini to a serving dish and sprinkle the grated Pecorino cheese over the top. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1424 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.4 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.5 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 9271 mg | 403% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.6 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.3 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.1 g | ||
| Protein | 42.8 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 757 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 2845 mg | 61% | |
*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.
