Description
Sautéed zucchini, mushrooms, and onions is a vibrant and flavorful side dish that brings together the sweetness of fresh vegetables in a quick and healthy way. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, requiring minimal prep and cooking time while delivering maximum flavor. With just a few staple ingredients, this sautéed medley can enhance your favorite meals or stand alone as a nutritious vegetarian option. Try it tonight for a delightful addition to your dinner table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis (sliced into half-moons)
- 8 ounces mushrooms (sliced, button or cremini)
- 1 medium onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
- Fresh parsley (chopped, optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Wash zucchinis and mushrooms thoroughly. Slice zucchinis into half-moons and onions thinly; mince garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat for about 1 minute.
- Sauté onions for about 3 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms; cook for another 3-4 minutes until mushrooms are tender.
- Incorporate sliced zucchini; season with salt, pepper, and thyme if desired. Sauté for an additional 3-5 minutes until zucchini is tender yet firm.
- Adjust seasoning to taste before serving warm, garnished with fresh parsley if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg