Simple Sauteed Zucchini
Elevate your side dish game with this quick and Easy Sautéed Zucchini recipe—a perfect choice for busy weeknights! Featuring tender zucchini rounds lightly browned in olive oil, infused with the warm aroma of garlic, and seasoned simply with salt and pepper, this dish highlights the natural flavors of fresh vegetables. Ready in just 12 minutes, it’s a nutritious and delicious option for pairing with grilled meats, pasta, or other main courses. Top it off with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for an optional pop of color and brightness. Whether you're looking for a low-carb, vegetarian side or a crowd-pleasing addition to your dinner table, this simple sautéed zucchini is as versatile as it is satisfying.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash and dry the zucchinis. Trim off both ends, then slice them into thin rounds, about 1/4 inch thick.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet in an even layer. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is tender and slightly golden on the edges.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove from heat.
Transfer the sautéed zucchini to a serving dish and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve warm as a side dish, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
468 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.7 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6774 mg | 295% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 104 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1310 mg | 28% | |
*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.
