Description
Looking for a quick dinner idea or a healthy side dish that’s packed with flavor? This Sautéed Zucchini and Mushrooms recipe brings together the tender bite of zucchini with the umami richness of mushrooms, all sautéed to golden perfection with garlic and herbs. It’s the perfect low-carb, easy recipe for a light lunch, weeknight dinner, or healthy snack. Whether you need new vegetable food ideas or a simple plant-based dish, this one delivers big flavor with minimal effort!
Ingredients
2 medium zucchinis
8 oz cremini or white mushrooms
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic
0.5 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish
1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
1. Rinse and dry the zucchini and mushrooms thoroughly. Slice zucchini into 1/4-inch rounds and mushrooms into similar thickness. Mince garlic.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
3. Add mushrooms in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 3–4 minutes. Stir and sauté another 2–3 minutes. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Remove from pan and set aside.
4. Add a bit more oil if needed, then sauté zucchini rounds for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and tender-crisp. Season lightly.
5. Return mushrooms to the pan. Add minced garlic and thyme. Sauté everything together for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
6. Turn off the heat. Stir in butter (optional), garnish with parsley, and finish with lemon juice if desired.
7. Serve warm as a side, or mix into grains, pasta, or eggs.
Notes
Pat all vegetables completely dry before cooking to ensure a proper sear.
Don’t overcrowd the skillet; sauté in batches for best browning.
Add a touch of parmesan, chili flakes, or fresh lemon zest to elevate the flavor further.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: sautéed zucchini and mushrooms, easy vegetable side dish, healthy recipe, low carb dinner, vegan option