Zucchini Avocado Saute
Elevate your weeknight meals with this Zucchini Avocado Sauté, a vibrant and healthy dish that pairs garden-fresh zucchini with creamy avocado for an irresistibly light yet satisfying experience. This 20-minute recipe is infused with the warm aroma of sautéed garlic, a bright splash of zesty lemon juice, and a kick of red chili flakes for just the right amount of heat. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this dish is as visually appealing as it is flavorful. Perfect as a savory side or a wholesome vegetarian main, this quick and easy zucchini recipe is a go-to for anyone seeking a nutritious, gluten-free, and low-carb meal option. Pro tip: Serve it warm with your favorite protein or over fluffy quinoa for a complete dinner idea!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1 large avocado
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Wash and slice the zucchini into thin half-moons.
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Dice it into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Mince the garlic cloves finely.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Once the oil is warm, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is tender and slightly golden.
Remove the skillet from heat and gently fold in the diced avocado and lemon juice until the avocado is just warmed through.
Sprinkle the sauté with fresh parsley before serving.
Serve immediately as a side dish or enjoy as a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
727 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.7 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4929 mg | 214% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.1 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.3 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.1 g | ||
| Protein | 8.7 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1936 mg | 41% | |
*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.
