Italian Style Skillet Zucchini
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this quick and flavorful Italian Style Skillet Zucchini recipe! Bursting with Mediterranean-inspired ingredients, this dish combines tender zucchini rounds, juicy cherry tomatoes, and aromatic garlic, all sautéed to perfection in rich olive oil. A touch of dried oregano and a hint of crushed red pepper flakes infuse every bite with a warm, savory kick, while freshly grated Parmesan adds a creamy finish. Garnished with fragrant basil leaves, this 15-minute side dish is as vibrant as it is versatile, pairing beautifully with grilled meats, pasta, or crusty bread. Perfect for busy nights or summer feasts, this easy zucchini recipe is your new go-to for a healthy, delicious, and simple Italian side!
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Ingredients
- 3 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash the zucchini and slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
Step 2
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Step 3
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Step 4
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Step 5
Add the zucchini slices to the skillet and season with salt and black pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini begin to soften and slightly brown.
Step 6
Stir in the cherry tomatoes, dried oregano, and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the tomatoes to soften and release their juices.
Step 7
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the zucchini mixture.
Step 8
Garnish with freshly chopped basil leaves and serve warm as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 786.5 grams (786.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 364 |
| Total Fat 9.30g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat 4.90g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.40g | |
| Cholesterol 22mg | 7% |
| Sodium 6945mg | 302% |
| Total Carbohydrate 57.60g | 21% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.70g | 28% |
| Total Sugars 44.70g | |
| Protein 16.70g | 33% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 377mg | 29% |
| Iron 3mg | 18% |
| Potassium 1730mg | 37% |
Source of Calories