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Skillet Zucchini and Mushrooms

Savory Skillet Zucchini and Mushrooms in Under 30 Minutes

This quick and healthy Skillet Zucchini and Mushrooms recipe is a delightful vegetarian dish packed with flavor and ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 130
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Vegetables
  • 2 medium Zucchini Can be substituted with yellow squash
  • 8 oz Mushrooms Cremini or button mushrooms work well
  • 3 cloves Garlic Use fresh minced garlic for best results
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or sweet onions are preferred
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 0.5 tbsp Butter Can substitute with margarine for dairy-free version
For Flavor
  • 0.25 cup Vegetable Broth Chicken broth can be used for a non-vegetarian option
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan Cheese Omit for a vegan version or substitute with nutritional yeast
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley Can be swapped with basil or cilantro
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and ½ tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add sliced zucchini, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until slightly golden and tender. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add ½ tablespoon of butter and diced onion. Cook for about 2 minutes until translucent.
  4. Stir in chopped mushrooms and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  5. Add minced garlic and herbs, stirring for about 20 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Return zucchini to the skillet and add ¼ cup of vegetable broth. Toss gently and simmer for 2 minutes.
  7. Season with more salt and pepper, sprinkle with parsley and Parmesan cheese before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Feel free to mix in leftover vegetables or seasonal favorites to personalize your dish.

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