7-Minute Sauteed Zucchini with Garlic & Basil

Yes, it’s me … with another zucchini recipe. Can’t stop, won’t stop! Okay, I’ll stop … after I post one more next week. Cool?

So originally, I called recipe this 5-Minute Sauteed Zucchini, but then I set a stop watch and, dangit, it was more like 7. Not quite as impressive-sounding, but still super fast – and, of course also super tasty!

Although, calling this a “recipe” is kind of pushing it. Basically it’s just an easy-peasy way to whip up a veggie side dish that’ll go with just about any meal, especially when your garden is overflowing with zucchini.

Just add a little olive oil to a hot pan, saute the garlic for a minute, add the zucchini, cook until tender, salt and pepper, and a sprinkle of basil. Done and done.

And delicious.

Prep: 2 mins

Cook: 5 mins

Total: 7 mins

7-Minute Sauteed Zucchini with Garlic & Basil

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The easiest, quickest side ever. Zucchini sauteed with garlic until tender, then finished off with a sprinkle of basil. So simple, so delicious - and in just 7 minutes, to boot!

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Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 medium clove garlic (minced)
• 1 pound zucchini (about 2 medium zucchini, sliced into coins (halved if large))
• Pinch salt & pepper
• 5-6 basil leaves (cut chiffonade style)

Instructions

• Place a medium saute pan over medium heat. When hot, add the olive oil and then the garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, for one minute. Add the zucchini along with a pinch or two of salt and black pepper. Saute, stirring occasionally, until bright green and fork tender, 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and top with basil leaves. Add additional salt and pepper if desired. Serve.