Skip to main content

Sautéed Zucchini

This 4-ingredient recipe is a simple and delicious way to enjoy fresh summer zucchini. Customize by adding your favorite spices!
Bowl of zucchini spears.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Makes: 3 cups
Nutrition Facts: View label

Ingredients

2 medium zucchini, cut into ¼-inch thick rounds or sticks
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 clove garlic minced or ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon each salt and black pepper
¼ teaspoon oregano (optional)

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Rinse or scrub fresh vegetables under running water before preparing.
  3. In a medium skillet, heat oil over medium high heat (350 degrees F in an electric skillet).
  4. Add garlic and zucchini then sprinkle with salt, pepper and oregano, if desired. Cook, stirring occasionally, until zucchini is soft, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  5. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Notes

  • Try other seasonings such as thyme or add a sprinkle of parmesan cheese before serving.

Comments

This recipe is so simple,QUICK and so yummy.  I like to cut the zucchini in the round shape.

You might also like...

Recipes A to Z (without photos)

Whole-Wheat Yogurt Rolls
Platter of golden whole-wheat rolls.

Whole-Wheat Yogurt Rolls

These warm and toasty rolls are ready in 30 minutes with only 4 ingredients.
Prepare:
10 minutes
Cook:
15 minutes
Makes:
10 Rolls
Cranberry-Orange Relish
Bowl of cranberry relish served with a pancake.

Cranberry-Orange Relish

Serve with this sweet-tart relish with dinner, breakfast or as a tasty snack.
Prepare:
15 minutes
Makes:
2 ½ cups
Baked Tortilla Chips
A bowl of baked tortilla chips is shown with salsa for dipping.

Baked Tortilla Chips

Simple homemade tortilla chips. Great recipe to get the kids cooking!
Prepare:
5 minutes
Cook:
10 minutes
Makes:
16 Chips
Savory Turnips
Bowl of browned turnips with parsley.

Savory Turnips

Root veggies cooked in a savory broth and finished with zesty lemon and fresh herbs.
Prepare:
20 minutes
Cook:
30 minutes
Makes:
3 Cups
Tuna Pasta Salad
Bowl of macaroni noodles with tuna and vegetable cubes.

Tuna Pasta Salad

A perfect dish for any gathering, with macaroni, fresh veggies and a creamy dressing.
Prepare:
5 minutes
Cook:
10 minutes
Makes:
6 cups
Lentil Soup
Bowl of green lentil soup.

Lentil Soup

A warm and savory lentil soup seasoned with garlic, chili powder, and cumin.
Prepare:
10 minutes
Cook:
30 minutes
Makes:
6 cups