Savory Zucchini

Transform your summer squash into a mouthwatering side dish with this easy, one-pan Savory Zucchini recipe. Brimming with bold flavors, tender zucchini rounds are sautéed in golden olive oil infused with garlic and thyme, then perfectly seasoned with salt and black pepper. A generous sprinkling of grated Parmesan cheese adds a rich, nutty depth, while freshly chopped parsley finishes the dish with a burst of color and freshness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and healthy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing side for any meal. Serve it warm and let this simple yet satisfying dish elevate your dinner table! Keywords: savory zucchini recipe, easy zucchini side dish, garlic sautéed zucchini, Parmesan zucchini recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium zucchini
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Wash and pat dry the zucchinis.

Step 2

Slice the zucchinis into 1/4-inch thick rounds.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and dried thyme to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the sliced zucchinis to the skillet and toss to coat with the seasoned oil.

Step 6

Sprinkle the salt and black pepper over the zucchinis and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is tender but not mushy.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the zucchinis.

Step 8

Toss gently until the Parmesan starts to melt and coat the zucchini.

Step 9

Transfer the savory zucchini to a serving platter and garnish with fresh parsley.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(852.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	626.5

Total Fat 36.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g
Cholesterol 20mg	0%
Sodium 8983.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g	0%
Total Sugars 54.5g
Protein 16.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 373.0mg	0%
Iron 3.6mg	0%
Potassium 1817.0mg	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: 50.7%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 38.9%