Zucchini Medley

Colorful, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this Zucchini Medley recipe is a quick and healthy side dish that’s perfect for any meal. Made with tender zucchini rounds, sweet red and yellow bell peppers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and aromatic garlic, this vibrant vegetable sauté is seasoned with fresh thyme, parsley, and a touch of spice from optional red pepper flakes. Ready in just 25 minutes, this one-skillet dish highlights the best of summer produce with its crisp textures and bold, natural flavors. Serve it warm as a flavorful side or enjoy it as a light vegetarian entrée. Perfect for weeknight dinners or as a bright addition to your holiday table, this recipe is simple to prepare, packed with nutrients, and utterly delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 medium zucchini
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 1 large yellow bell pepper
• 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Wash all vegetables thoroughly. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 2

Slice the zucchini into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Halve the rounds if the zucchini is large.

Step 3

Core and remove the seeds from both the red and yellow bell peppers. Cut them into thin strips.

Step 4

Halve the cherry tomatoes. Mince the garlic cloves finely.

Step 5

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and let it heat for about 30 seconds.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant but not browned.

Step 7

Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften.

Step 8

Add the red and yellow bell peppers to the skillet and cook for another 3 minutes, stirring often.

Step 9

Stir in the cherry tomatoes, fresh thyme, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 2–3 minutes, until the tomatoes just begin to soften.

Step 10

Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the zucchini medley.

Step 11

Serve warm as a side dish or light meal. Optionally, garnish with additional parsley for presentation.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1258.3 grams (1258.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	630

Total Fat 31.30g	40%
Saturated Fat 5.10g	26%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6803mg	296%
Total Carbohydrate 80.60g	29%
Dietary Fiber 13.50g	48%
Total Sugars 52.10g
Protein 12.80g	26%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 171mg	13%
Iron 5mg	27%
Potassium 2757mg	59%

*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: 43.0%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 49.2%