Description
A quick and vibrant vegetable side dish featuring sautéed zucchini and bell peppers tossed with garlic, olive oil, and fresh herbs for a light, flavorful accompaniment to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced zucchini and bell peppers and sauté for 5–6 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Stir in the garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, cooking for an additional 1–2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and toss with fresh parsley, basil, and thyme.
- Adjust seasoning to taste and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
- Use a mix of colored peppers to enhance presentation.
- Do not overcook the vegetables to maintain texture and brightness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg