Zucchini with Salsa

Brighten up your mealtime with this vibrant and flavorful Zucchini with Salsa recipe! Perfect as a side dish or light appetizer, this dish combines tender, golden sautéed zucchini rounds with a zesty homemade salsa bursting with fresh cherry tomatoes, crisp red onion, spicy jalapeño, and fragrant cilantro. A squeeze of lime adds a refreshing tang, while a touch of garlic-infused olive oil gives the zucchini its irresistible aroma and texture. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and healthy recipe is packed with fresh, wholesome ingredients and a perfect pop of color. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a healthy, low-carb treat that's as nutritious as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium zucchini
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 red onion
• 1 small jalapeño
• 0.25 cup cilantro
• 1 lime
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and slice the zucchini into 1/4-inch thick rounds.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are tender and slightly golden. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 5

To prepare the salsa, finely dice the red onion and jalapeño (remove seeds for less heat, if desired). Chop the cherry tomatoes into quarters and mince the cilantro.

Step 6

In a mixing bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro. Squeeze the juice of 1 lime over the mixture and add 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Taste and adjust the salsa seasoning if needed.

Step 8

To serve, place the sautéed zucchini on a plate and top generously with the fresh salsa.

Step 9

Enjoy warm or at room temperature as a side dish or light appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1125.1 grams (1125.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	617

Total Fat 30.80g	39%
Saturated Fat 5.00g	25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 8653mg	376%
Total Carbohydrate 81.10g	29%
Dietary Fiber 11.80g	42%
Total Sugars 63.10g
Protein 11.10g	22%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 193mg	15%
Iron 4mg	22%
Potassium 2299mg	49%

*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: 42.9%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 50.2%