Looking for a delicious and healthy side that comes together in a flash? This Easy Skillet Zucchini and Mushrooms recipe is your answer! Perfect for busy weeknights, it transforms simple vegetables into a flavorful dish with minimal effort and maximum taste.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 medium zucchini, trimmed and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds or half-moons
- 8 ounces cremini (baby bella) mushrooms, wiped clean and sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (or Italian seasoning)
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional: 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
- 2. Add the sliced zucchini and mushrooms to the hot skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 7-10 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp and lightly browned. Avoid overcrowding the pan; if necessary, cook in two batches.
- 3. Add the minced garlic and dried thyme to the skillet. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the garlic is fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- 4. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Stir well to combine.
- 5. Remove from heat and transfer the skillet vegetables to a serving dish. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.
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