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Sautéed Zucchini

Sautéed Zucchini Bliss: Quick, Easy, and Flavor-Packed

Sautéed Zucchini is a quick, low-carb side dish combining zucchini, mushrooms, and onions, packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 89
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauté
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Adds fat for sautéing and depth of flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Contributes richness and flavor
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Base flavor and sweetness
  • 8 ounces White Button Mushrooms Provide earthy notes and texture
For the Star Ingredient
  • 2 medium Zucchini Main ingredient; cut into bite-sized chunks
For Seasoning
  • 2 cloves Garlic Enhances flavor beautifully
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Offers a blend of herbs for savory depth
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adds a delightful heat; omit for milder dish
  • to taste Kosher Salt Essential for seasoning
  • to taste Black Pepper Essential for seasoning

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Sautéed Zucchini
  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Wash and dry zucchinis, cut into chunks. Dice onion and slice mushrooms. Gather remaining ingredients.
  2. Heat the Skillet: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Sauté the Onions and Mushrooms: Add onion and mushrooms to the skillet. Sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until onions are translucent.
  4. Cook the Zucchini: Add zucchini and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes, tossing occasionally.
  5. Add Flavor: Decrease heat, add garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Stir for 1 minute.
  6. Combine and Season: Return onions and mushrooms. Toss to combine and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 89kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Zucchini can be customized with fresh herbs or cherry tomatoes. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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