The Skillet Zucchini and Mushrooms recipe is a fresh, healthy, and absolutely delicious side dish that combines sautéed mushrooms and zucchini, seasoned perfectly and pan-fried to perfection. Ready in just 20 minutes, this dish is sautéed to crisp-tender deliciousness, seasoned with garlic and herbs, and full of flavorful veggie goodness. It’s a quick, easy, and wholesome side dish that pairs well with a variety of main courses, making it versatile for any night of the week or special occasions. The recipe calls for simple ingredients like olive oil, zucchini, salt, pepper, butter, onion, mushrooms, broth, and fresh or dried herbs, with a garnish of chopped fresh parsley. The preparation involves sautéing the zucchini and then the onions and mushrooms, before combining all ingredients together in the skillet, creating a savory veggie side that’s a must-try.
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons butter, divided
2 small zucchini, cut into thin, half-moon slices
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 small yellow onion, finely diced
1 pound small button mushrooms, cleaned and patted dry
3 to 4 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons fresh chopped herbs (thyme and oregano are great in this dish), or 1 teaspoon dried herbs
¼ cup vegetable broth
Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Grated parmesan, for garnish
Directions:
Heat olive oil and ½ tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add zucchini slices, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, or until fork-tender. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Wipe the skillet if necessary, return to burner, and add remaining butter. Melt over medium-high heat.
Stir in onions and cook for 2 minutes, or until just softened.
Add mushrooms and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, or until tender and nicely browned. Stir occasionally.
Stir in garlic and herbs; cook for 20 seconds.
Return zucchini to the skillet, mix with mushrooms, and cook for 1 minute, or until heated through.
Pour in vegetable broth and cook for 2 minutes. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
Remove from heat, sprinkle with parsley and parmesan, and serve.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes
Kcal: 161 kcal | Servings: 4 servings