Savory Zucchini
Transform your summer squash into a mouthwatering side dish with this easy, one-pan Savory Zucchini recipe. Brimming with bold flavors, tender zucchini rounds are sautéed in golden olive oil infused with garlic and thyme, then perfectly seasoned with salt and black pepper. A generous sprinkling of grated Parmesan cheese adds a rich, nutty depth, while freshly chopped parsley finishes the dish with a burst of color and freshness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and healthy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing side for any meal. Serve it warm and let this simple yet satisfying dish elevate your dinner table! Keywords: savory zucchini recipe, easy zucchini side dish, garlic sautéed zucchini, Parmesan zucchini recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Wash and pat dry the zucchinis.
Slice the zucchinis into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and dried thyme to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the sliced zucchinis to the skillet and toss to coat with the seasoned oil.
Sprinkle the salt and black pepper over the zucchinis and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is tender but not mushy.
Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the zucchinis.
Toss gently until the Parmesan starts to melt and coat the zucchini.
Transfer the savory zucchini to a serving platter and garnish with fresh parsley.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
626 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.4 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 8983 mg | 391% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.9 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.5 g | ||
| Protein | 16.8 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 373 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 1817 mg | 39% | |
*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.
