Description
Sautéed Zucchini, Mushrooms, and Onions is a vibrant, nutritious side dish that elevates any meal with its burst of flavors. This easy recipe combines tender zucchini, earthy mushrooms, and sweet onions, all sautéed to perfection in just 20 minutes. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also versatile enough to complement a variety of main courses like grilled meats or pasta. With minimal ingredients and maximum flavor, it’s sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 8 ounces mushrooms (buttons or cremini)
- 1 medium onion
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Slice the zucchinis into half-moons, thinly slice the onion, and slice the mushrooms. Mince the garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat for about 1 minute.
- Add sliced onions and sauté for about 3 minutes until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and sliced mushrooms; cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until mushrooms are tender.
- Add zucchini, season with salt, pepper, and thyme if using; sauté for another 3-5 minutes until zucchini is tender yet firm.
- Adjust seasoning as necessary and serve garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg