Italian Zucchini

Transform your fresh garden zucchini into a vibrant and flavorful dish with this easy Italian Zucchini recipe! Perfect as a healthy side dish or light vegetarian main, this recipe combines tender zucchini slices sautéed to golden perfection with sweet cherry tomatoes, fragrant garlic, and a dash of red chili flakes for a subtle kick. Infused with the earthy aroma of dried oregano and finished with fresh basil and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, this dish is a true celebration of classic Italian flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a quick and delicious way to bring the taste of Italy to your table. Serve it warm for a cozy dinner or as part of a Mediterranean-inspired spread! Keywords: Italian Zucchini recipe, sautéed zucchini with garlic, quick zucchini side dish, healthy Italian recipes, vegetarian Mediterranean recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium-sized zucchini
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the zucchinis. Slice them into half-moons, about 1/4-inch thick.

Step 2

Mince the garlic cloves. Halve the cherry tomatoes if they are large.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 5

Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet. Stir to coat the zucchini in the olive oil and garlic.

Step 6

Cook the zucchini for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it begins to soften and turn golden brown.

Step 7

Add the cherry tomatoes, dried oregano, and red chili flakes to the skillet. Stir to combine.

Step 8

Season the dish with salt and ground black pepper. Continue to cook for another 3-5 minutes, until the tomatoes soften and release their juices.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat. Tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces and sprinkle them over the zucchini mixture.

Step 10

Transfer the zucchini mixture to a serving dish. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top for finishing.

Step 11

Serve warm as a side dish or light main course. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1017.5 grams (1017.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	797

Total Fat 51.90g	67%
Saturated Fat 11.60g	58%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.60g
Cholesterol 22mg	7%
Sodium 8809mg	383%
Total Carbohydrate 68.90g	25%
Dietary Fiber 9.10g	33%
Total Sugars 58.40g
Protein 18.10g	36%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 396mg	30%
Iron 4mg	22%
Potassium 2129mg	45%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.3%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 33.8%