Zesty Garlic Lemon Zucchini Sauté
Elevate your meal with this refreshing Lemon Zucchini Sauté. Tender slices of zucchini are gently sautéed in olive oil, infused with fragrant garlic and bright lemon zest, creating a vibrant side dish bursting with flavor. Perfect for pairing with grilled meats or serving as a vegetarian delight, this dish is a quick way to add seasonal freshness to your table.
ingredients
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into thin rounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
steps
- 1.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 2.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3.
Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet, stirring well to coat with oil and garlic.
- 4.
Sauté the zucchini for about 5-7 minutes, or until it becomes tender but still slightly crisp.
- 5.
Sprinkle in the lemon zest and lemon juice, stirring to combine.
- 6.
Season with salt and pepper to taste, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
- 7.
Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
