Zucchini and Carrots with Fresh Herbs
Brighten up your table with a vibrant and healthy dish featuring zucchini and carrots infused with the fresh flavors of parsley, thyme, garlic, and a splash of lemon juice. This quick 25-minute recipe highlights the natural sweetness of carrots and the mellow, earthy tones of sautéed zucchini, perfectly balanced with aromatic herbs and seasoning. Prepared in a single skillet, this dish is ideal as a wholesome side or a stand-alone vegetarian option for any meal. Whether you're serving it with your favorite grilled protein or savoring it solo, "Zucchini and Carrots with Fresh Herbs" delivers a flavorful and nutrient-packed experience that’s as easy to make as it is delightful to eat. Keywords: zucchini recipe, carrots, fresh herbs, healthy side dish, vegetarian sauté, quick skillet recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini
- 3 medium carrots
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
Wash and dry the zucchini and carrots. Trim the ends off both vegetables.
Slice the zucchini into thin rounds or half-moons, depending on your preference. Peel the carrots and cut them into thin matchsticks or julienne strips.
Mince the garlic cloves and finely chop the fresh parsley.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until fragrant but not browned.
Add the carrots to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.
Add the zucchini to the skillet and continue to cook for another 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp.
Sprinkle in the salt, black pepper, and fresh thyme, stirring to evenly distribute the seasonings.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley.
Transfer the zucchini and carrots to a serving dish. Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy on its own as a light, healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
485 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.7 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5051 mg | 220% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.1 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 151 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1586 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.
