Tomato Zucchini and Cheese Toss
Elevate your vegetable side dish game with this vibrant and cheesy Tomato Zucchini and Cheese Toss! Bursting with the fresh flavors of tender zucchini, juicy cherry tomatoes, and aromatic garlic, this easy skillet recipe comes together in just 20 minutes. A sprinkle of Italian seasoning and a touch of melted mozzarella cheese take this dish to the next level, creating a savory, gooey topping that pairs beautifully with the vegetables’ natural sweetness. Garnished with fresh basil leaves for a pop of color and herbaceous flair, this versatile recipe works perfectly as a light vegetarian main or as a flavorful accompaniment to your favorite entrees. Quick, healthy, and packed with Mediterranean-inspired goodness, this recipe is a must-try for your weeknight dinner rotation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Wash the zucchini and cherry tomatoes thoroughly. Slice the zucchini into thin rounds and halve the cherry tomatoes.
Peel and 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.
Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften and lightly brown.
Stir in the cherry tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, until the tomatoes soften and release their juices.
Lower the heat and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the zucchini and tomatoes. Cover the skillet and let the cheese melt, about 1-2 minutes.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the dish with fresh basil leaves.
Serve warm as a side dish or a light vegetarian main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
820 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.0 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.8 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 5695 mg | 248% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.0 g | ||
| Protein | 35.5 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 937 mg | 72% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1604 mg | 34% | |
*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.
