Cherry tomatoes and zucchini with fresh herbs

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This dish is light, fragrant, and effortlessly satisfying. Juicy cherry tomatoes and tender zucchini are gently cooked and finished with fresh herbs, letting the natural flavors shine. It’s perfect as a quick side, a pasta topping, or a warm salad.

This is Let’s Veg simplicity at its best.

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Cherry tomatoes and zucchini with fresh herbs

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Cherry tomatoes and zucchini with fresh herbs cooked light and flavorful. A simple Let’s Veg recipe perfect for quick, healthy meals.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 90

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 medium zucchini sliced
  • cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 clove garlic minced (optional)
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh herbs chopped (basil, parsley, or thyme)

Equipment

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Cooking Instructions
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add zucchini and sauté for 4-5 minutes until just tender.
  3. Add cherry tomatoes and garlic (if using).
  4. Cook 3-4 minutes, until tomatoes soften slightly but keep shape.
  5. Season with salt and black pepper.
  6. Remove from heat and fold in fresh herbs.
  7. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Calories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 15mgPotassium: 392mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 638IUVitamin C: 33mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Finish with a squeeze of lemon for brightness
Add Parmesan or feta if desired
Works well over grains or pasta

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