Name: Sautéed Zucchini and Mushrooms
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil; 3 tbsp butter, divided; 2 small zucchinis, sliced; Salt & pepper, to taste; 1 small yellow onion, diced; 1 lb button mushrooms, cleaned & dried; 3–4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tsp fresh chopped herbs (or 1 tsp dried thyme/oregano); ¼ cup vegetable broth; Chopped parsley, for garnish; Grated Parmesan, for garnish

Description

A quick and flavorful side dish that brings together the textures of zucchini and mushrooms.

Ingredients

Scale

1 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp butter, divided
2 small zucchinis, sliced
Salt & pepper, to taste
1 small yellow onion, diced
1 lb button mushrooms, cleaned & dried
3–4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tsp fresh chopped herbs (or 1 tsp dried thyme/oregano)
¼ cup vegetable broth
Chopped parsley, for garnish
Grated Parmesan, for garnish

Instructions

Begin by heating olive oil along with half a tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced zucchinis, season them lightly with salt and pepper, and sauté for about 3 to 4 minutes. The zucchinis should become tender with a slight golden-brown color. Remove them from the skillet and set aside for later use.
In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter. Add the diced onions, stirring them for around 2 minutes until they start to become transparent. Then, add the button mushrooms. Cook for approximately 5 to 7 minutes or until the mushrooms are nicely browned and slightly crispy on the edges.
Into the skillet, stir in the minced garlic and your choice of fresh herbs or dried spices like thyme or oregano. Continue cooking for an additional 20 seconds, or until the garlic releases a rich and fragrant aroma, ensuring you don't let the garlic overcook.
Return the sautéed zucchini back into the skillet, stirring to combine all the ingredients. Then pour in the vegetable broth. Allow everything to simmer together for about 2 minutes. This step ensures that the flavors meld together beautifully and the vegetables are all evenly heated.
Once the vegetables have simmered, taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary. Move the dish to a serving plate, garnishing it generously with chopped parsley and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan. Serve the dish warm to your delighted guests or family members.

Notes

Moisture can prevent mushrooms from browning properly; dry them well before cooking.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Side Dish

Nutrition

Calories: 180 kcal
Sodium: 220 mg
Protein: 6 g