Sauteed Zucchini and Tomatoes
Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this sautéed zucchini and tomatoes recipe is the perfect quick and healthy side dish. Made with tender zucchini rounds, sweet, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a fragrant medley of garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes, this dish comes together in just 20 minutes from start to finish. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, it’s a vibrant, low-carb option that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, pasta, or rice. Whether you’re looking for a light vegetarian meal or a colorful accompaniment to your dinner, this recipe is full of simple ingredients that deliver bold, wholesome flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Wash and dry the zucchini and cherry tomatoes. Slice the zucchini into 1/4-inch thick rounds and halve the cherry tomatoes.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, or until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini starts to soften and turn golden brown.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Stir everything together and continue to cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the tomatoes soften and release their juices.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the dish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish or over rice, quinoa, or pasta for a light main meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
451 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.9 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4928 mg | 214% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.1 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.3 g | ||
| Protein | 6.9 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 128 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1508 mg | 32% | |
*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.
