Sauteed Zucchini
This easy sautéed zucchini is quick, garlicky, and ready in just 15 minutes! A healthy, flavorful veggie side dish perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ pounds chopped zucchini, about 3 medium
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, or avocado oil
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, or more to taste (optional)
- 3 tablespoons fresh grated Parmesan cheese, optional
- ¾ teaspoon salt, or to taste
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest, or to taste
Instructions
- Prep the zucchini: Slice into even pieces (about ¾-inch). This helps them cook evenly.1 ¼ pounds chopped zucchini
- Heat the skillet: Add olive oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat.1 tablespoon olive oil
- Cook the zucchini: Add in a single layer and let them sit for 1–2 minutes without stirring. This helps them brown. Then stir and continue cooking for 3–4 more minutes until just tender.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook another minute, being careful not to burn it.1 tablespoon garlic
- Finish with flavor: Turn off the heat. Add lemon juice, zest, green onion (if using), salt, and pepper. Stir gently to combine.1 green onion, 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, ¾ teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- Serve: Top with Parmesan or nutritional yeast if desired and serve warm.3 tablespoons fresh grated Parmesan cheese
Nutrition
Calories: 74kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 508mgPotassium: 393mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 344IUVitamin C: 28mgCalcium: 74mgIron: 1mg
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