Indulge in a culinary journey with our sautéed zucchini recipes, a vibrant and versatile dish that transforms this humble vegetable into a culinary delight. From classic preparations to innovative twists, our collection offers a diverse range of flavors and textures to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer a quick and easy side dish or a hearty main course, our recipes cater to every palate and skill level. Explore the vibrant flavors of Tuscany with our Italian-inspired sautéed zucchini with tomatoes and basil, or embark on a Mediterranean adventure with our Greek-style zucchini with feta and oregano. For a taste of Asian fusion, try our stir-fried zucchini with ginger and soy sauce, or add a touch of spice with our Mexican-inspired zucchini with chili and lime. Each recipe is carefully crafted to highlight the zucchini's natural sweetness and pair it with complementary ingredients, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SAUTéED YELLOW SQUASH AND ZUCCHINI
Steps:
- Heat the oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until just softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, for 1 minute. Add the zucchini, squash, Italian seasoning and a generous pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini and squash are tender and beginning to brown in some spots, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm.
SAUTéED CARROTS AND ZUCCHINI
My mother and I came up with this sweet dish. It's one easy way to get everyone to eat their veggies. With only five ingredients, it's fast and simple to make, too.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute carrots in butter for 3 minutes. Add the zucchini and onion; saute 6-8 minutes longer or until crisp-tender. Add brown sugar; cook and stir until dissolved.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 87mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
7-MINUTE SAUTEED ZUCCHINI WITH GARLIC & BASIL
The easiest, quickest side ever. Zucchini sauteed with garlic until tender, then finished off with a sprinkle of basil. So simple, so delicious - and in just 7 minutes, to boot!
Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty
Time 7m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place a medium saute pan over medium heat. When hot, add the olive oil and then the garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, for one minute. Add the zucchini along with a pinch or two of salt and black pepper. Saute, stirring occasionally, until bright green and fork tender, 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and top with basil leaves. Add additional salt and pepper if desired. Serve.
SAUTEED SEA SCALLOPS WITH TOMATOES AND ZUCCHINI
Provided by Pierre Franey
Categories dinner, easy, quick, main course
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Halve each scallop crosswise, if 3/4 inch thick or more. Set aside.
- Trim the ends of the zucchini, and cut them into 1/8-inch slices.
- Drop the tomatoes into boiling water for about 10 seconds to loosen the skins. Remove skins and chop the tomatoes coarsely.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet. Add the zucchini, salt and pepper. Cook about 2 minutes over high heat, stirring and tossing. Remove the zucchini to a plate, and keep them warm.
- In the same skillet, heat the remaining olive oil over high heat and saute the scallops about a minute. Season with salt and pepper while stirring and tossing.
- Add the butter, shallots and garlic. Cook briefly, add the tomatoes, and cook for a minute more. Add the zucchini, lemon juice and rosemary. Cook, stirring and tossing, for a minute over high heat. Blend well. Sprinkle with basil, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 211, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 19 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 634 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
SAUTEED ZUCCHINI WITH FETA
Steps:
- In a 12-inch skillet, heat the oil on low. Slowly saute the zucchini and garlic, with a little salt, until golden and slightly caramelized, about 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Mix in parsley or basil, cilantro and feta.
SAUTEED YELLOW SQUASH, ZUCCHINI AND ROASTED RED PEPPERS
Make and share this Sauteed Yellow Squash, Zucchini and Roasted Red Peppers recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Papa D 1946-2012
Categories Onions
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large skillet and add olive oil.
- Add onion and cook just until tender.
- Add wine, yellow squash, zucchini and continue cooking over medium heat, stirring until squash begins to soften.
- Cover and continue cooking over low heat until nice and tender (usually about 20-25 minutes). Add roasted red peppers during the last few minutes.
- Season to taste.
SAUTéED ZUCCHINI & CHICKPEAS
A simple recipe which I found in the June 2002 issue of the 'Australian Good Taste' magazine, in a bring-a-dish for eight menu plan. Obviously, the recipe can be scaled down. The recipe specifies that it can be made "up to an hour before serving", but I cannot see why it couldn't be made further ahead than that. When I make this, I'll be adding chopped onions and garlic in step two, and some lemon juice and dried thyme, probably when adding the chickpeas in step three.
Provided by bluemoon downunder
Categories Beans
Time 25m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oil and butter in a deep (preferably non-stick) pan over a medium heat until it begins to foam.
- Add the zucchini and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes, until slightly browned.
- Add the chickpeas.
- Place a circle of non-stick baking paper directly on the surface of the zucchini and chickpeas. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 8 minutes or until the zucchini is soft. Taste, and season with salt and pepper.
- To transport: Cool then place in an airtight container.
- To re-heat: Heat sautéed zucchini and chickpeas in a deep pan over a medium heat, stirring often, for 5-7 minutes or until heated through.
- Microwave reheating: Spoon the zucchini and chickpeas into a microwave-safe bowl, cover with lid or plastic wrap and heat on medium, stirring every minute, for 4-5 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.8, Fat 7.4, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 8, Sodium 255.8, Carbohydrate 20.3, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 1.7, Protein 5
SAUTEED ZUCCHINI AND YELLOW SQUASH WITH MINT
Lemon juice and fresh mint add bright notes to a quick saute, which would make an ideal accompaniment to grilled chicken or fish.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Quick & Easy Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat half the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Cook garlic and onion, stirring, until translucent but not yet softened, about 2 minutes.
- Increase heat to medium-high. Add the remaining oil along with the zucchini, squash, and crushed red pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender and golden brown, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in the lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a serving dish, sprinkle the mint on top, and serve immediately.
SAUTéED ZUCCHINI WITH LEMON
One more thing to do with all that zucchini from the garden. This is a quick, good, and easy side dish that can be served with a weeknight family meal as well as a fancy dinner. Goes great with grilled chicken or even a nice snack on its own.
Provided by littleturtle
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat the butter and oil over medium heat.
- Cut each zucchini half lengthwise into 4 pieces.
- Season the flour with salt & pepper, then coat with the zucchini with flour.
- Sauté zucchini in oil and butter until cooked through but not mushy, turning to brown on all sides (5-10 minutes).
- When done, turn heat to low, and add soy sauce and lemon juice.
- Serve promptly.
SAUTEED ZUCCHINI WITH GARLIC AND HERBS
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat oil, over medium-high heat. Add zucchini, scallions, and garlic. Saute for 6 to 8 minutes, or until zucchini is tender.
- Slowly pour in vegetable stock. Stir in sauce mix and parsley. Simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.
SAUTEED ZUCCHINI AND TOMATOES
This sauteed vegetables recipe, courtesy of Campagna chef and owner Mark Strausman, goes well with his Chicken Piccata dish.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking
Yield Serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Add garlic and tomato, and cook until heated through. Add zucchini, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
SEA BASS POACHED IN A COURT BOUILLON WITH SAUTEED BATONNET OF CARROTS AND ZUCCHINI
Steps:
- Place a 12-inch saute pan on the stove, add the shallots, garlic and court bouillon to the pan. Set over a high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes. Season the sea bass fillets on both sides with the salt and white pepper. Place the fillets in the poaching liquid and cover with a lid, or a buttered round of parchment paper. Cook the fish for 5 to 6 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Remove the fillets from the poaching liquid using a slotted metal spatula and place on a warm plate loosely covered with aluminum foil. Put the plate in a warm place while you make the sauce. Raise the heat to high and reduce the court bouillon for about 10 minutes, or until reduced to 1/2 cup. Lower the heat, and add the butter to the pan a little at a time. Use a whisk to stir the cold butter into the sauce and season with salt and white pepper. Sprinkle the tarragon and chervil into the sauce and return the fish to the pan. Place the pan over a medium-low heat and warm the fish through, about 1 minute.
- In a 10-inch saute pan, set over a medium-heat, add the olive oil and 1 teaspoon of butter to the pan. Once the butter has melted, add the carrots to the pan and saute, stirring often for 1 1/2 minutes. Add the zucchini and 2 tablespoons of water to the pan and continue to cook for 2 minutes more. Season the vegetables with salt and white pepper and divide among 4 warmed entree plates. Place a sea bass fillet over the vegetables and divide the sauce among the 4 plates as well. Garnish with chervil.
- Combine all the ingredients into a 4-quart saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and continue to cook for 45 minutes. Strain the bouillon and use immediately, or cool and refrigerate for later use. The bouillon may also be frozen and kept for several months.
SAUTÉED ZUCCHINI WITH ZAATAR AND CRISPY CHICKPEAS
Steps:
- In a colander, rinse the chickpeas. Pat dry in a clean dishtowel. Spread the cornstarch in a pie pan or on a dinner plate with raised edges. Add the chickpeas and roll them around to coat. Transfer to a mesh strainer and shake to remove excess starch. In a small (8-inch) skillet, heat 1/4 cup of the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering hot. Add the chickpeas, cover with a splatter screen, and cook, gently shaking the pan from time to time, until golden-brown, about 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the chickpeas to a plate lined with paper towels. Sprinkle the chickpeas with 1 tsp. of the za'atar and a generous pinch of salt. Roll the chickpeas around to evenly coat with the spice mixture. Set aside. Heat the remaining 2 Tbs. oil in a 12-inch skillet over high heat until shimmering hot. Add the squash, arranging it to fit in a single, snug layer. Season generously with salt and cook undisturbed until deep golden-brown, about 2 minutes. Push a spatula through the pan to turn the squash over, following with tongs or a fork to flip any unturned pieces. Sprinkle the diced onion and remaining 1 Tbs. za'atar over the zucchini and stir with a spatula to blend. Transfer the zucchini to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with the fried chickpeas and serve.
SAUTEED BABY ZUCCHINI WITH SQUASH BLOSSOMS AND LEMON BASIL
Categories Side Sauté Basil Zucchini Spring Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Melt 1 tablespoon butter in heavy large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add zucchini; sauté until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Stir in basil. Season with fleur de sel. Transfer to plate. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in skillet. Add squash blossoms and cook until barely wilted and still bright orange, about 2 seconds per side. Arrange atop zucchini and serve.
- *Available at farmers' markets and some specialty foods stores.
SAUTEED ZUCCHINI STRIPS
Just a few simple ingredients add up to one versatile side dish that's bursting with flavor and goes together in minutes! Jeannie Klugh - Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute the zucchini, garlic, lemon juice and Greek seasoning in oil until tender. Sprinkle with pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 74 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 259mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SIMPLE SAUTEED ZUCCHINI
Tonight my dh requested zucchini, and I knew that he would want something simple. Threw this together, and he loved it.
Provided by Loves2Teach
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Melt the margarine in a pan.
- Saute the garlic and onion in the butter until soft.
- Add the zucchini and cook until it as done as you desire (I cooked ours for about 10 minutes).
SAUTEED ZUCCHINI
Make and share this Sauteed Zucchini recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Jubes
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cut the zucchini into small cubes. I usually cut them a couple of times lengthways and then slice them across to make smallish cubes or wedges.
- Sauté the shallots in the oil for a few minutes until softened. Add the diced zucchini and cook over a medium heat until almost cooked thru (about 15 minutes).
- Add the chopped parsley and salt to taste .Continue to cook for another 5 minutes , or until the zucchini is fully cooked.
SAUTEED ZUCCHINI, CHERRY TOMATOES, OLIVES AND BASIL
Make and share this Sauteed Zucchini, Cherry Tomatoes, Olives and Basil recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Galley Wench
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oil in large skilled over medium-high heat.
- Add zucchini, garlic, and rosemary.
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Saute until zucchini is just tender, about 5 minutes.
- Add tomatoes and olives.
- Saute until tomatoes just begin to soften, about 2 minutes.
- Mix in basil and vinegar.
- Season vegetables to taste with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.2, Fat 5.7, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 65.9, Carbohydrate 6.3, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 4.1, Protein 1.8
SPICY SAUTEED ZUCCHINI
My husband, who loves spicy foods, came up with this one night to combat his dislike of zucchini. He's changed his mind about zucchini, now. ;)
Provided by Julesong
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oil and butter in pan.
- Toss in remaining ingredients and sauté until it's to your desired doneness.
- Eat and enjoy!
- Both the Thai chiles and the jalapeno are good, but the dish tastes different depending on which you use; try it both ways!
SAUTEED ZUCCHINI AND CELERY
The thinly sliced vegetables lend to the side dish's overall lightness.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Quick & Easy Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions, celery, and salt. Cover; cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add 1/2 cup water; cover, and cook until celery is tender, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in zucchini. Season with pepper. Cook, stirring once or twice, until zucchini is very tender, 5 to 6 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer vegetables to a serving platter, and drizzle with oil. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Tips:
- Select the right zucchini: Look for small to medium-sized zucchini with firm, dark green skin. Avoid large zucchini as they tend to be seedy and less flavorful.
- Wash and trim the zucchini: Rinse the zucchini under cold water and pat dry. Trim off the ends and slice the zucchini into thin rounds or half-moons.
- Use a large skillet: A large skillet will help the zucchini cook evenly and prevent overcrowding.
- Heat the skillet over medium-high heat: This will help the zucchini brown and caramelize.
- Add a little oil: A drizzle of olive oil or butter will help prevent the zucchini from sticking to the skillet.
- Cook the zucchini in batches: If you're cooking a lot of zucchini, cook it in batches to prevent overcrowding.
- Season the zucchini: Salt and pepper are essential seasonings for zucchini. You can also add other spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or chili powder.
- Stir the zucchini occasionally: This will help the zucchini cook evenly.
- Cook the zucchini until it's tender: The zucchini should be tender but still have a little bite. Overcooking will make the zucchini mushy.
Conclusion:
Sautéed zucchini is a quick and easy side dish that can be enjoyed on its own or as part of a larger meal. It's a great way to use up fresh zucchini from your garden or local farmer's market. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, sautéed zucchini is a dish that everyone will enjoy.
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