Sauteed Zucchini with Nutmeg
Elevate your vegetable side dishes with this elegant and flavorful recipe for Sautéed Zucchini with Nutmeg. This quick and easy dish highlights tender rounds of fresh zucchini, lightly caramelized in a blend of olive oil and butter for irresistible golden edges. Hints of ground nutmeg add a warm, aromatic depth, perfectly complementing the zucchini's natural sweetness, while fresh garlic infuses a savory touch. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, it’s a vibrant, gluten-free, and vegetarian side that pairs beautifully with roasted meats, pasta, or grain bowls. Try this effortless skillet recipe and bring new life to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium (about 1 pound total) zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoons (or to taste) salt
- 0.25 teaspoons (or to taste) black pepper
- 1 tablespoon (chopped, for garnish, optional) fresh parsley
Instructions
Wash the zucchini and slice them into thin, even rounds, approximately 1/4-inch thick.
Mince the garlic cloves finely and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is fully melted and bubbling.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet in an even layer. Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and ground nutmeg.
Cook the zucchini for 4-5 minutes without stirring to allow the slices to caramelize slightly.
Flip the zucchini slices and cook for another 3-4 minutes until tender and lightly golden.
Transfer the sautéed zucchini to a serving dish and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve immediately while warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
845 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.1 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.3 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 14127 mg | 614% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.8 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 94.6 g | ||
| Protein | 14.3 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 227 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 3021 mg | 64% | |
*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.
