Description
A quick and delicious low-carb dish featuring sautéed zucchini and mushrooms, perfect for a healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large zucchinis, sliced into half-moons
- 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for about 5 minutes, until they begin to brown.
- Stir in the zucchini slices and dried thyme. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook for another 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is tender.
- If using, sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the vegetables and let it melt.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, try incorporating a splash of balsamic vinegar during the last minute of cooking.
- Substitute the Parmesan cheese with crumbled feta or goat cheese for a different taste profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg