Zucchini with Salsa
Brighten up your mealtime with this vibrant and flavorful Zucchini with Salsa recipe! Perfect as a side dish or light appetizer, this dish combines tender, golden sautéed zucchini rounds with a zesty homemade salsa bursting with fresh cherry tomatoes, crisp red onion, spicy jalapeño, and fragrant cilantro. A squeeze of lime adds a refreshing tang, while a touch of garlic-infused olive oil gives the zucchini its irresistible aroma and texture. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and healthy recipe is packed with fresh, wholesome ingredients and a perfect pop of color. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a healthy, low-carb treat that's as nutritious as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 red onion
- 1 small jalapeño
- 0.25 cup cilantro
- 1 lime
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and slice the zucchini into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are tender and slightly golden. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.
To prepare the salsa, finely dice the red onion and jalapeño (remove seeds for less heat, if desired). Chop the cherry tomatoes into quarters and mince the cilantro.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro. Squeeze the juice of 1 lime over the mixture and add 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Taste and adjust the salsa seasoning if needed.
To serve, place the sautéed zucchini on a plate and top generously with the fresh salsa.
Enjoy warm or at room temperature as a side dish or light appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
617 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.8 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 8653 mg | 376% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.1 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 63.1 g | ||
| Protein | 11.1 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 193 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 2298 mg | 49% | |
*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.
