Sauteed Zucchini and Tomatoes

Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this sautéed zucchini and tomatoes recipe is the perfect quick and healthy side dish. Made with tender zucchini rounds, sweet, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a fragrant medley of garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes, this dish comes together in just 20 minutes from start to finish. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, it’s a vibrant, low-carb option that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, pasta, or rice. Whether you’re looking for a light vegetarian meal or a colorful accompaniment to your dinner, this recipe is full of simple ingredients that deliver bold, wholesome flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium zucchini
• 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the zucchini and cherry tomatoes. Slice the zucchini into 1/4-inch thick rounds and halve the cherry tomatoes.

Step 2

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, or until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 5

Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini starts to soften and turn golden brown.

Step 6

Add the halved cherry tomatoes and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Stir everything together and continue to cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the tomatoes soften and release their juices.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the dish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 9

Serve warm as a side dish or over rice, quinoa, or pasta for a light main meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(665.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	451.1

Total Fat 29.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4928.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.9g	0%
Total Sugars 33.3g
Protein 6.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 127.8mg	0%
Iron 3.2mg	0%
Potassium 1507.5mg	0%

*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: 57.9%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 36.2%