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Parmesan Zucchini

Creamy Parmesan Zucchini: A Quick Veggie Delight You’ll Love

Creamy Parmesan Zucchini is a quick and delightful vegetarian side dish you’ll love, featuring tender zucchini enveloped in a luxurious sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can be swapped with half-and-half or coconut milk for a lighter or dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese No substitute recommended.
For the Zucchini
  • 4 medium Zucchini Sliced into rounds.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for sautéing.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic is best.
Seasoning and Garnish
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • optional Fresh Parsley Highly recommended for garnish.

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant and golden.
  3. Toss in 4 sliced medium zucchinis and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender yet slightly crunchy.
  4. Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  5. Stir in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and integrated.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste, mixing thoroughly.
  7. Serve warm, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 5gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a heartier meal, consider adding grilled chicken or shrimp. Reheat gently on the stovetop to maintain creamy texture.

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