Sautéed Zucchini with Garlic

Sautéed zucchini with garlic is fast, fragrant, and dependable. Thin slices cook just until tender with lightly golden edges, while garlic adds warmth without overpowering. It’s a simple side that fits anywhere next to grains, tucked into bowls, or served straight from the pan.

This is Let’s Veg cooking at its most practical.

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Sautéed Zucchini with Garlic

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Sautéed zucchini with garlic made quick and flavorful. A simple Let’s Veg recipe perfect as an easy vegetable side.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 81

Ingredients Equipment Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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• 2 medium zucchini sliced into half-moons
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2-3 cloves garlic minced
• Salt to taste
• Black pepper to taste
• Lemon juice optional

Equipment

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Cooking Instructions

 

1. Heat olive oil in a wide skillet over medium heat.
2. Add garlic and sauté for 20-30 seconds, just until fragrant.
3. Add zucchini and spread into an even layer.
4. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender with light browning.
5. Season with salt and black pepper.
6. Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 81kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 8mgPotassium: 262mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 196IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 0.4mg

Notes

Don’t overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming

Add red pepper flakes for gentle heat

Finish with fresh herbs like parsley or basil

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