Zucchini with Walnuts

Delight your taste buds with this simple yet flavorful recipe for Zucchini with Walnuts, a quick and nutritious side dish that’s perfect for any meal. Tender slices of zucchini are sautéed with fragrant garlic in golden olive oil, then elevated with the nutty crunch of toasted walnuts and the brightness of fresh parsley and zesty lemon juice. This easy 20-minute recipe offers the perfect balance of textures and flavors while remaining light and healthy. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a versatile side dish that pairs beautifully with roasted proteins or grain-based mains. Perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinner spreads, this recipe is sure to impress with its fresh, earthy goodness!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 medium zucchini
• 0.5 cups walnuts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Toast the walnuts: Place a dry skillet over medium heat. Add the walnuts and cook, stirring frequently, for 2–3 minutes or until they are fragrant and lightly toasted. Set aside to cool, then roughly chop.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Mince the garlic and add it to the skillet. Cook for 30–60 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant but not browned.

Step 5

Add the zucchini slices to the skillet. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is tender but still slightly crisp.

Step 6

Season the zucchini with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice, and stir to combine.

Step 7

Stir in the toasted walnuts and fresh parsley. Cook for 1 more minute, then remove from heat.

Step 8

Transfer the zucchini and walnut mixture to a serving dish. Serve warm or at room temperature as a side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	706.7 grams (706.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	867

Total Fat 68.90g	88%
Saturated Fat 8.50g	43%
Polyunsaturated Fat 31.40g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6190mg	269%
Total Carbohydrate 55.50g	20%
Dietary Fiber 9.30g	33%
Total Sugars 42.90g
Protein 15.70g	31%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 172mg	13%
Iron 4mg	24%
Potassium 1651mg	35%

*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: 68.5%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 24.5%