Garlic Parmesan Zucchini & Squash
A vibrant side dish featuring sautéed zucchini and yellow squash, infused with garlic and topped with parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Medium Zucchinis, sliced into half-moons
- 2 Medium Yellow Squash, sliced into half-moons
- 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 3 Cloves Garlic, minced
- 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 Teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1/2 Cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
- 2 Tablespoons Fresh Parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare your vegetables by washing and slicing them into half-moons.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the sliced zucchinis and yellow squash to the skillet, stirring gently.
- Season with salt and black pepper, then cook for about 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Add the grated parmesan, allowing it to melt with residual heat.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Feel free to substitute with other summer squash varieties or adjust seasonings to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: zucchini, squash, garlic, parmesan, vegetarian, side dish