Zucchini Tomato Medley Spicy
Elevate your vegetable side dish game with this vibrant Zucchini Tomato Medley Spicy recipe, a quick and flavorful sauté perfect for any meal. Featuring tender zucchini, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a fragrant blend of spices like smoked paprika, cumin seeds, and red chili flakes, this dish is a tantalizing mix of bold flavors and fresh ingredients. The addition of red onion, garlic, and a splash of lemon juice adds layers of depth, while fresh parsley brings a bright, herby finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is ideal for weeknight cooking and can be enjoyed as a side dish or a light plant-based entrée when served over rice, quinoa, or crusty bread. For those who love a touch of heat and Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, this spicy zucchini and tomato medley is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium red onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Wash and dice the zucchini into bite-sized pieces.
Halve the cherry tomatoes.
Peel and finely dice the red onion.
Mince the garlic.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the cumin seeds to the skillet and toast for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic, red chili flakes, and smoked paprika, cooking for another 1 minute until aromatic.
Add the zucchini to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly tender.
Toss in the cherry tomatoes, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes begin to soften and release their juices.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the fresh parsley and lemon juice.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve warm as a side dish or over rice, quinoa, or crusty bread for a light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
510 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.8 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4937 mg | 215% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.7 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.5 g | ||
| Protein | 8.6 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 172 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1623 mg | 35% | |
*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.
