Description
Sautéed zucchini brings Mediterranean freshness to summer dinners with its simple, elegant preparation. Quick skillet magic delivers tender, golden-edged vegetables that complement any main course, inviting you to savor garden-fresh flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Vegetables:
- 4 medium zucchinis, thinly sliced
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Freshly chopped parsley (optional)
Cooking Oils:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
Instructions
- Warm a generous drizzle of olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium heat for even cooking.
- Introduce finely chopped garlic to the pan, gently sizzling until its aromatic essence emerges, approximately 60 seconds.
- Distribute zucchini rounds across the skillet’s surface, ensuring a single layer for optimal caramelization.
- Delicately dust the vegetable slices with dried oregano, complemented by a pinch of salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
- Allow zucchini to transform, gently rotating occasionally to promote uniform golden-brown edges and tender texture, roughly 5-7 minutes.
- Monitor the cooking process closely, watching for a slight caramelization and soft yet crisp consistency.
- Transition the perfectly sauteed zucchini from hot skillet to elegant serving platter.
- Enhance the dish’s visual appeal and flavor profile by sprinkling vibrant, freshly chopped parsley across the surface.
- Present immediately while maintaining optimal temperature and textural integrity.
Notes
- Choose zucchini that are firm, smooth, and have a vibrant green color for the best texture and flavor.
- Slice zucchini uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent caramelization across all pieces.
- Pat zucchini dry with paper towels before cooking to prevent excess moisture and achieve a crispy, golden-brown exterior.
- Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick or grated Parmesan cheese for extra richness if you want to elevate the dish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7-8 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg