Description
This quick and flavorful sautéed zucchini and onions recipe combines tender zucchini chunks with sweet onions, garlic, fresh thyme, and a touch of Parmesan. A simple side dish that’s ready in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small white onion, diced
- 4 medium zucchini, cut into bite-sized chunks
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/8 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Sauté Onions: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and cook for 4–5 minutes until softened.
- Add Zucchini: Stir in zucchini chunks and cook for 3–5 minutes until lightly browned.
- Season: Add garlic, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Stir well and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Finish: Remove from heat and sprinkle grated Parmesan on top before serving.
Notes
- Cut zucchini into larger chunks to keep them crisp and prevent sogginess.
- Adjust seasoning and spice level with more or less red pepper flakes.
- This dish pairs well with grilled meats, pasta, or rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0.2g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 11mg
