Skillet Zucchini with Italian Cheeses
Transform your weeknight dinners with this flavorful and easy Skillet Zucchini with Italian Cheeses. This 25-minute recipe features tender zucchini rounds infused with the rich flavors of sautéed garlic, olive oil, and Italian seasoning, then topped with gooey melted mozzarella and savory Parmesan cheese. A sprinkle of fresh basil adds a bright, aromatic finish to this crowd-pleasing dish. Perfect as a quick side or a light main course, this recipe brings a comforting taste of Italy to your table while staying low-carb and veggie-forward. Whether you're looking for a healthy dinner idea or a cheesy, satisfying bite, this skillet zucchini is guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 0.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.25 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Wash the zucchini thoroughly and trim both ends. Slice the zucchini 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 heated skillet and sauté for 30 seconds, or until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet. Stir to coat the zucchini in the garlic-infused oil.
Season the zucchini with salt, black pepper, and dried Italian seasoning. Stir well to ensure even seasoning.
Cook the zucchini for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it becomes tender but not mushy.
Reduce the heat to low and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the zucchini.
Cover the skillet with a lid and let the cheeses melt for about 2-3 minutes.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with freshly chopped basil leaves before serving.
Serve hot as a side dish or as part of a larger meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
806 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.4 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 10542 mg | 458% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.4 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.5 g | ||
| Protein | 30.8 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 773 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1767 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.
