Spicy Sauteed Zucchini
Elevate your veggie game with this flavorful Spicy Sautéed Zucchini recipe—a quick and easy dish that’s bursting with bold spices and vibrant freshness. Tender zucchini rounds are perfectly golden-brown and seasoned with smoked paprika, ground cumin, and a dash of red chili flakes for a smoky, spicy kick. Minced garlic sizzles in olive oil, infusing the dish with aromatic depth, while a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of chopped parsley add a zesty, herbaceous finish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile side dish pairs beautifully with grilled proteins or can be served over rice for a light vegetarian meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests with minimal effort, this recipe is your go-to for bold, healthy flavor!
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Ingredients
- 3 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.5 lemon
Directions
Step 1
Wash and slice the zucchini into thin rounds, about 1/4-inch thick.
Step 2
Mince the garlic cloves and chop the fresh parsley.
Step 3
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 4
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Step 5
Add the zucchini slices to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 3-4 minutes on one side, until golden brown.
Step 6
Sprinkle the red chili flakes, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper over the zucchini. Stir well to coat the zucchini evenly with the spices.
Step 7
Flip the zucchini slices and cook for another 3-4 minutes, until they are tender and slightly charred.
Step 8
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chopped parsley over the zucchini.
Step 9
Squeeze the juice from half a lemon over the finished dish for a bright, fresh flavor.
Step 10
Serve immediately as a side dish or over rice for a light meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (669.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 497.9 |
| Total Fat 30.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6783.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 52.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 41.9g | |
| Protein 7.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 141.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1506.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories