Easy and Quick Skillet Zucchini Ready in 15 Minutes: Fast, Healthy, and Fragrant Side Dish:
When I have some zucchini in the fridge and little desire to cook, but don’t want to give up on something tasty, I love to prepare this recipe. It’s easy, quick, and light, and even if my son gives me a funny look, he always eats at least half.
My grandmother often made them in the summer, and I recreate them when I need something simple but with a scent that feels like home. And yes, they always make me crave good bruschetta with zucchini.
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Spring, Summer, and Fall
Ingredients for Skillet Zucchini
Few and simple: the ones you find in the fridge when you think you have nothing. Enough to make a tasty side dish without complications.
- 3 pcs zucchini
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
- to taste salt
- 1 basil (sprig)
- to taste water
Tools
- 1 mandoline
Steps to Prepare Skillet Zucchini
Simple and tasty, here’s how to prepare these zucchinis:
1. Wash, dry, and trim the zucchinis, then slice them into rounds.
2. Place them in a skillet with a dash of oil, the garlic, and a pinch of salt.
3. Add the zucchinis, adjust with salt, freshly chopped basil, and a little water.
4. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes.
5. Remove the garlic and serve.
If you have 15 minutes and a pan, that’s all you need. And if you add a bit of grated cheese… I swear everyone will love it too.
Storage: In the fridge for 2-3 days. They’re also great cold, like “zucchini survivor edition”.
Notes: If you want to go all out, add a handful of toasted pine nuts or a splash of lemon.
Serving: With light main courses, inside a flatbread, or on top of bruschetta. Or eat directly from the pan, no plates. Because you’re an adult and you can.
Easy and Quick Skillet Zucchini Ready in 15 Minutes: Fast, Healthy, and Fragrant Side Dish
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I add cheese to it?
Of course. Parmesan, crumbled feta, or smoked scamorza. More bonus for you.
Can I prepare them in advance?
Yes, skillet zucchinis can be prepared in advance and stored in the fridge for 2-3 days in an airtight container. Before serving, you can slightly warm them up or enjoy them at room temperature.
