Zucchini with Bell Pepper and Tomato
Bright, colorful, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Zucchini with Bell Pepper and Tomato recipe is a quick and healthy dish perfect for busy weeknights. Tender zucchini half-moons, sweet strips of red and yellow bell peppers, and juicy tomato wedges are sautéed with fragrant garlic, dried herbs like oregano and basil, and a drizzle of olive oil for a vibrant yet comforting vegetable medley. Ready in just 30 minutes, this versatile dish works wonderfully as a flavorful side or a light, vegetarian main course. A sprinkle of fresh parsley ties it all together, adding a touch of freshness to the warm, savory skillet. Whether you're looking for a healthy option or something to complement your favorite proteins, this easy veggie recipe checks all the boxes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 1 large yellow bell pepper
- 2 medium tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Wash and pat dry the zucchini, bell peppers, and tomatoes. Cut the zucchini into half-moons, the bell peppers into thin strips, and the tomatoes into small wedges. Mince the garlic.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
Add the zucchini and bell peppers to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften.
Stir in the tomato wedges, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the tomatoes to soften and release their juices.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle freshly chopped parsley on top for garnish.
Serve hot as a side dish or a light vegetarian main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
129 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.6 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 256 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.4 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.4 g | ||
| Protein | 3.1 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 619 mg | 13% | |
*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.
