Simple Skillet Zucchini Squash
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this irresistibly simple Skillet Zucchini Squash recipe, a celebration of vibrant summer vegetables and bold, savory seasonings. Perfectly balanced with tender slices of zucchini and yellow squash, this quick dish is sautéed to golden perfection in olive oil, infused with the aromatic richness of fresh garlic, and seasoned with a pinch of salt, black pepper, and fragrant Italian herbs. Ready in just 20 minutes, this one-pan wonder is ideal for busy home cooks seeking a healthy, gluten-free, and low-carb side dish that pairs beautifully with grilled meats or pasta. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and freshness, and savor a wholesome, veggie-packed dish that's as satisfying as it is effortless to prepare.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini
- 2 medium yellow squash
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash and dry the zucchini and yellow squash.
Trim the ends of the zucchini and yellow squash. Slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
Add the sliced zucchini and yellow squash to the skillet. Spread them out in an even layer and let them cook undisturbed for about 2 minutes to develop some color.
Sprinkle the salt, black pepper, and dried Italian seasoning over the vegetables. Stir well to coat the zucchini and squash evenly with the seasonings.
Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, for an additional 6-8 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender but not mushy.
Remove the skillet from the heat. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Transfer the cooked zucchini and squash to a serving dish. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
478 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.3 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4919 mg | 214% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.5 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.8 g | ||
| Protein | 8.5 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 166 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1782 mg | 38% | |
*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.
