Way Too Easy Garlic Zucchini
Elevate your weeknight dinners with "Way Too Easy Garlic Zucchini," a quick and flavorful side dish that's ready in just 15 minutes! Featuring tender, golden-edged zucchini slices sautéed to perfection in olive oil with fragrant minced garlic, this recipe showcases simple ingredients that pack a flavorful punch. Seasoned with a dash of salt and pepper and optionally garnished with fresh parsley, it’s a versatile dish that pairs beautifully with everything from grilled meats to pasta. Perfect for busy home cooks, this healthy garlic zucchini recipe is easy to prepare, low-carb, and bursting with fresh, vibrant flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium-sized zucchini
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
Wash the zucchini thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry with a clean towel.
Trim the ends of the zucchini, then slice them into thin rounds approximately 1/4-inch thick.
Peel the garlic cloves and mince them finely or use a garlic press for convenience.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Once the oil is shimmering, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet, spreading them out in an even layer.
Sprinkle the salt and black pepper over the zucchini. Stir gently to coat the slices evenly with the seasoning and garlic.
Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini becomes tender and slightly golden on the edges.
Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed. Add more salt or pepper to your preference.
Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
Serve immediately as a side dish, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
486 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.7 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6776 mg | 295% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.1 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.8 g | ||
| Protein | 7.1 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 122 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1358 mg | 29% | |
*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.
