Description
A quick and flavorful vegetable side dish featuring tender zucchini and earthy mushrooms sautéed with garlic, herbs, and a touch of lemon for a bright, fresh finish.
Ingredients
- Zucchini: 2 medium, sliced into half-moons — tender and mild, they soak up flavors beautifully.
- Mushrooms: 10 ounces, sliced — earthy and savory, adding umami depth.
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons — creates a luscious base for sautéing.
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced — aromatic and flavorful without overpowering.
- Salt: 3/4 teaspoon — enhances the natural taste of the vegetables.
- Black Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon — provides a gentle kick.
- Fresh Parsley: 2 tablespoons, chopped — adds freshness and color.
- Lemon Juice: 1 tablespoon — brightens the flavors with zesty acidity.
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- Combine Ingredients: Add olive oil to the pan. Once shimmering, toss in mushrooms and cook for 5–6 minutes until golden.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Push mushrooms to the side and add zucchini slices. Cook for 4–5 minutes until tender and lightly browned.
- Assemble the Dish: Stir mushrooms and zucchini together. Add garlic, salt, and black pepper. Cook another 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Cook to Perfection: Lower heat slightly and continue stirring until vegetables are tender but not mushy.
- Finishing Touches: Remove from heat, drizzle with lemon juice, and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
- Serve and Enjoy: Transfer to a warm serving dish and enjoy as a side or light main.
Notes
- Cook mushrooms first so they brown properly and release their moisture.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan for the best caramelization.
- Add red pepper flakes or Parmesan for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg