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Pan Fried Zucchini with Basil

This quick pan fried zucchini with basil recipe will upgrade this simple vegetable to be the star of the dinner.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition

Calories: 115kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 430mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 412IU | Vitamin C: 37mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 1mg
Calories: 115kcal
Author: Max Cozzi
Servings: 6 (as a side)

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs zucchini (cut in half lengthwise)
  • 2 cloves garlic (crushed and minced)
  • 4 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ cup basil (roughly torn)
  • 1 lemon (juiced and zested)
  • sea salt and freshly cracked pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  • Preheat a large skillet under medium heat. Add the olive oil the gently fry the zucchini halves flat-side down for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown, flip and cook the other side for another 4-5 minutes. Using tongs, remove the zucchini from the pan and arrange on a serving platter. Do this in batches if needed. Avoid cooking with high heat so the olive oil doesn't burn.
  • After the zucchini is cooked, move the pan off of the heat and let cool for about a minute. If the pan dried out while frying add another 1-2 tablespoon of olive oil. Then, add the garlic and lightly sauté for 1 minute while the pan cools.
  • Lastly, add the basil and lemon zest and stir into the oil. Pour the garlic-basil oil over the zucchini and top with a pinch of sea salt, cracked pepper, and a squeeze of lemon.

Notes

For a time-saving alternative, combine the olive oil, garlic, basil, and lemon zest in a small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave the mixture for 1 minute before drizzling over the zucchini.
Course: dinner, lunch, Side Dish, sides
Cuisine: American, Italian, Mediterranean, pacific northwest
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