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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.
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Comments

Submitted by doppenlander on Wed, 04/22/2020 - 09:28

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

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