Summer Zucchini
Bright, fresh, and bursting with seasonal flavors, Summer Zucchini is the perfect dish to celebrate the abundance of sunny produce. This easy-to-make summer recipe features tender zucchini rounds sautéed with golden garlic and sweet cherry tomatoes, then finished with a zesty drizzle of lemon juice and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile dish can be served as a flavorful side or paired with rice or quinoa for a light, plant-based main course. For an added touch of indulgence, top it off with a sprinkle of Parmesan. Whether you're embracing a healthy lifestyle or simply looking for a quick and vibrant summer side dish, Summer Zucchini is a delicious way to savor the flavors of the season!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 cup parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Wash and dry the zucchini, 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 minute, until fragrant and golden, being careful not to burn it.
Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still slightly firm.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the skillet. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes soften and release their juices.
Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the lemon juice over the cooked vegetables. Stir to combine.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Chop the fresh parsley finely and sprinkle it over the dish for a burst of fresh flavor.
If desired, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top for an extra savory touch.
Serve warm as a side dish or over a bed of rice or quinoa for a light vegan main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
289 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.4 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.3 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 1.6 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 31 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 447 mg | 10% | |
*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.
