Sautéed Zucchini: Quick, Healthy Flavorful Side Delight

This quick sautéed zucchini dish combines flavors and health, perfect as a side, ready in just 15 minutes.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 90

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

1 tablespoon olive oil can substitute with avocado oil
1 tablespoon butter can replace with dairy-free alternatives
1 medium yellow onion, chopped shallots or red onion can be used
8 ounces white button mushrooms, trimmed and quartered substitute with cremini or portobello mushrooms
2 medium zucchini, cut into bite-sized chunks yellow squash can be used interchangeably

For Flavor

2 cloves garlic, minced can substitute with garlic powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or use fresh herbs
1 pinch red pepper flakes adjust based on spice preference
to taste kosher salt or sea salt
to taste fresh ground black pepper or coarse black pepper

Equipment

large non-stick skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Sautéed Zucchini

Heat the skillet over medium-high heat; add olive oil and butter. Melt until sizzling.
Sauté chopped onion for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Incorporate quartered mushrooms and sauté for 5 minutes until soft.
Add zucchini chunks and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender yet crisp.
Season with Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Consider cooking zucchini in batches for even cooking. Add citrus for brightness before serving.

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