Description
A light, fresh, and healthy side dish made with tender sautéed zucchini, juicy tomatoes, and fragrant basil. Perfect for summer meals or as a topping for pasta or grilled meats.
Ingredients
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- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into half-moons
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add zucchini slices and cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and slightly golden.
- Add cherry tomatoes, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Cook for another 3–4 minutes until tomatoes begin to soften.
- Stir in balsamic vinegar if using and cook for 1 more minute.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- Use heirloom or grape tomatoes for added color and flavor.
- Great served warm or at room temperature.
- Add crumbled feta or grated Parmesan for extra richness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg