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A quick, healthy, and flavorful sautéed zucchini side dish that the whole family will love. Ready in about 15 minutes with simple ingredients like olive oil, garlic, and optional Parmesan cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 5 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
  • Salt & black pepper, to taste
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, optional; or more to taste

Instructions

  1. Cut off zucchini ends, scoop out seeds from very large zucchini if needed, and slice into thin, even rounds.
  2. Heat olive oil in a medium-to-large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add minced garlic and zucchini slices to the skillet.
  4. Cook, stirring occasionally, 3–6 minutes until zucchini softens but still has a slight bite; sauté in batches if the pan is crowded.
  5. When zucchini is almost tender, add grated Parmesan (optional) and season with salt and black pepper.
  6. Cook 1–2 minutes more until the cheese melts and the zucchini reaches your desired softness.

Notes

Garlic can be skipped or substituted with 2-3 tablespoons minced onion for a milder flavor., Medium firm zucchini have fewer seeds and better texture. For large zucchinis, scoop out seeds before cooking., Parmesan cheese can be swapped for Romano, Pecorino, or Feta cheese for variety., Avoid overcooking zucchini to prevent mushy texture., Add sliced onions with the garlic or flavor with lemon zest, chili flakes, or fresh thyme for extra depth.

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