Stewed Tomatoes and Zucchini

Bring the vibrant flavors of summer to your table with this rustic and comforting Stewed Tomatoes and Zucchini recipe. Perfect as a side dish or a light main course, this recipe combines tender zucchini, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic seasonings like garlic, oregano, and basil, all simmered to perfection in a single skillet. With the option to use fresh or canned tomatoes, it’s a versatile dish that’s always in season. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy-to-make, veggie-packed recipe is a healthy, gluten-free addition to your meal rotation. Serve it over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread for a hearty, satisfying experience. Don’t forget to top it with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a delightful finishing touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 2 medium, sliced into half-moons zucchini
• 4 medium, diced (or a 14.5-ounce can of diced tomatoes) tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
• 0.25 teaspoon (adjust to taste) black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon (optional) red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional for garnish) fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet, stirring occasionally, and cook for 5 minutes until it starts to soften.

Step 5

Add the diced tomatoes (or canned tomatoes, if using), oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is tender and the flavors have melded together.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 8

Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

Step 9

Serve hot as a side dish or over rice, pasta, or crusty bread for a light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1044.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	554.3

Total Fat 31.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4938.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 63.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.1g	0%
Total Sugars 45.1g
Protein 10.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 181.0mg	0%
Iron 3.9mg	0%
Potassium 2254.7mg	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: 48.5%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 44.3%