Description
Skillet Zucchini and Mushrooms is a vibrant, healthy dish that brings together the delightful flavors of sautéed zucchini and mushrooms in a quick and easy preparation. This side dish is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re serving it at a family dinner or a festive gathering. With its flavor-packed ingredients including garlic, fresh herbs, and butter, it complements a variety of main courses beautifully. Not only does it deliver on taste, but it’s also low in calories and packed with nutrients, making it a guilt-free choice. Easy to customize with your favorite herbs or additional veggies, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter (divided)
- 2 small zucchini (sliced)
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 1 pound button mushrooms (cleaned)
- 3 to 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 teaspoons fresh chopped herbs (or dried)
- ¼ cup vegetable broth
- Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
- Grated parmesan (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and ½ tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add zucchini slices; season with salt and pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until tender. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter; melt and stir in onion. Cook for 2 minutes until softened.
- Add mushrooms; cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Stir in garlic and herbs; cook for about 20 seconds until fragrant.
- Return zucchini to the skillet; combine with mushrooms and cook for another minute.
- Pour in vegetable broth and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Season to taste, then garnish with parsley and parmesan before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg