Simple Squash and Zucchini
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and healthy "Simple Squash and Zucchini" recipe, a quick and flavorful side dish that pairs perfectly with just about any main course. Featuring tender zucchini and yellow squash slices sautéed in fragrant garlic-infused olive oil, this dish is seasoned with aromatic dried oregano and basil for a pop of Mediterranean flair. Ready in just 20 minutes, it's the ultimate low-carb and gluten-free option for busy schedules. Optional parmesan cheese adds a creamy, savory finish, making it as versatile as it is delicious. Serve warm for a light, wholesome addition to your meal lineup! Perfect for anyone seeking a flavorful, nutritious vegetable side made with fresh, simple ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini
- 2 medium yellow squash
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Wash and dry the zucchini and yellow squash thoroughly.
Slice the zucchini and yellow squash into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
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, until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the sliced zucchini and yellow squash to the skillet, stirring to coat them evenly in the oil and garlic.
Sprinkle the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper over the vegetables and stir to combine.
Cook the vegetables for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still slightly crisp.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle with parmesan cheese if desired.
Serve warm as a side dish or on its own for a light and healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
518 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.8 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 9 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 5057 mg | 220% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.8 g | ||
| Protein | 12.1 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 296 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1792 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.
