Zucchini with Tomatoes

Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful *Zucchini with Tomatoes* recipe, a quick and healthy option that's bursting with Mediterranean-inspired goodness. Featuring tender zucchini rounds and juicy grape tomatoes sautéed to perfection in fragrant olive oil with garlic, dried basil, and oregano, this dish is a celebration of fresh, wholesome ingredients. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's ideal for busy weeknights and versatile enough to shine as a light meal or complement hearty mains. Finish it with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for added richness or keep it vegan-friendly—either way, the savory aroma and colorful presentation make it irresistibly enticing. Perfect for lovers of zucchini recipes, vegetable side dishes, and easy skillet meals, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 medium zucchini
• 2 cups grape tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.25 cup parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the zucchini thoroughly and trim off the ends. Slice the zucchini into thin rounds, approximately 1/4 inch thick.

Step 2

Rinse and halve the grape tomatoes. Set both the zucchini and tomatoes aside.

Step 3

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until fragrant but not browned.

Step 6

Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini begins to soften.

Step 7

Stir in the halved grape tomatoes, dried basil, and dried oregano. Cook for an additional 5-6 minutes, or until the tomatoes begin to soften and release their juices.

Step 8

Season the mixture with salt and ground black pepper. Stir well to incorporate the seasonings.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the heat. If desired, sprinkle the dish with grated parmesan cheese.

Step 10

Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy on its own. Garnish with additional parmesan cheese or fresh herbs, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	987.6 grams (987.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	761

Total Fat 45.40g	58%
Saturated Fat 14.60g	73%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.10g
Cholesterol 53mg	18%
Sodium 7648mg	333%
Total Carbohydrate 60.50g	22%
Dietary Fiber 8.50g	30%
Total Sugars 47.90g
Protein 30.00g	60%

Vitamin D 13IU	64%
Calcium 864mg	66%
Iron 4mg	21%
Potassium 2094mg	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: 53.0%

Protein: 15.6%

Carbs: 31.4%