Zucchini Tomato Skillet
Bright, fresh, and effortlessly delicious, this Zucchini Tomato Skillet is a quick, one-pan recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights or lazy summer dinners. Featuring tender zucchini rounds lightly golden from a sauté in olive oil, juicy cherry tomatoes bursting with flavor, and the aromatic warmth of garlic and oregano, this dish is as vibrant as it is flavorful. Finished with a touch of fresh basil and a hint of optional red pepper flakes for a gentle kick, it’s an irresistible combination of garden-fresh ingredients and Mediterranean flair. Ready in just 25 minutes, this gluten-free, vegetarian dish can be served warm as a healthy side or a light, satisfying main course. Perfect for anyone craving fresh vegetable recipes, easy skillet meals, or low-carb dinner ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium zucchini
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Wash and pat dry all vegetables. Slice the zucchini into thin rounds (about 1/4 inch thick). Halve the cherry tomatoes. Finely 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, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
Stir in the sliced zucchini, making sure they are spread evenly across the skillet. Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini starts to soften and develop a light golden color.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes and a pinch of red pepper flakes (if using). Sauté for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes soften and release their juices.
Adjust seasoning to taste with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle with freshly chopped basil.
Serve warm as a side dish or a light main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
532 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.5 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7973 mg | 347% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.5 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.7 g | ||
| Protein | 9.5 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 166 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 2066 mg | 44% | |
*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.
