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Sautéed Zucchini

Sautéed Zucchini: Quick, Flavorful, and Low-Carb Delight

Sautéed Zucchini is a quick, flavorful dish that is low-carb and nutritious, making it ideal for any meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauté
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with avocado oil for higher heat cooking.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Use dairy-free margarine for a vegan option.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Feel free to swap in shallots or sweet onions.
  • 1 cup White Button Mushrooms Consider cremini or shiitake for a punchier taste.
For the Veggies
  • 2 medium Zucchini Chopped into chunks for perfect crispy texture.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Always use fresh minced garlic for best results.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Personalize with your favorite herbs.
  • to taste Red Pepper Flakes Adjust amount to your spice preference.
  • to taste Kosher Salt Crucial for enhancing flavors.
  • to taste Fresh Ground Black Pepper Crucial for enhancing flavors.

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 1 chopped medium yellow onion and 1 cup of quartered white button mushrooms. Sauté for about 4-5 minutes until onions are translucent.
  3. Transfer onions and mushrooms to a plate and set aside, drizzling in more olive oil if the skillet looks dry.
  4. Add 2 medium zucchini, chopped into bite-sized chunks, to the skillet in a single layer. Cook undisturbed for 5 minutes.
  5. Lower the heat and stir in 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  6. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to your preference. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For consistent cooking, cut zucchini into uniform pieces to avoid mushiness. Sauté in batches if necessary to prevent overcrowding.

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