Sautéed Zucchini Recipe
Sauteed zucchini is loaded with cheesy parmesan flavor for the best low carb side dish or pasta substitute.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound zucchini about 1½ medium, sliced into moons
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 clove garlic minced
- salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese shredded
Instructions
- In a large pan heat the oil over medium-high heat.
- Once hot, add the zucchini and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the butter and garlic, cook for an additional 2 minutes or until the zucchini is tender.
- Season with salt and pepper, and garnish with parmesan cheese.
Notes
- Cook zucchini quickly at medium to medium-high heat for best results.
- Stir zucchini just slightly to allow it to brown well.
- Avoid overcooking zucchini, as it can become mushy.
- For softer zucchini, cook longer.
- For firmer zucchini, reduce the cooking time.
- For the best flavor, add the parmesan after it has finished cooking.
Nutrition
Calories: 101kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 132mg | Potassium: 306mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 363IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 94mg | Iron: 1mg