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Sautéed Zucchini Recipe
Sautéed Zucchini just might be the quickest and easiest side dish recipe out there! In less than 15 minutes and a few simple ingredients, like zucchini, butter, and garlic, you can have a healthy veggie on the table.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ - 1 ½ lbs. zucchini about 3 medium
- 2 Tbsp. butter
- 2 cloves garlic finely minced
- ¾ - 1 tsp. salt to taste
- ¼ tsp. black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Trim the ends from the zucchini squash, cut in half lengthwise, and then cut into ¼-½ inch slices.
- Add the butter to a large skillet over medium heat. Wait for it to melt and spread it evenly across the surface of the skillet.
- Place the zucchini slices into the skillet in a single layer. Cook the zucchini for 3-4 minutes, undisturbed. Flip them over and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes, or until almost tender.
- During the last 30 seconds of cooking, add the garlic directly onto the skillet and saute until fragrant. Salt and pepper the zucchini to taste and serve immediately.
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Notes
Meal Prep and Storage
- How to prep ahead of time: Chop the zucchini and keep it in an airtight container for up to 3 to 4 days.
- How to store: Keep leftover sautéed zucchini in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- How to freeze: Allow the zucchini to cool, then transfer it to an airtight, freezer-safe container, and freeze up to 3 months
- How to reheat : You can easily use the microwave, but warming it back up in a skillet with a little more butter is the best method.
Nutrition
Calories: 80kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 417mg | Potassium: 382mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 470IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg