Garlic Parmesan Zucchini Recipe

Garlic parmesan zucchini is a quick, easy, and delicious side dish that's one of our favorite ways to enjoy zucchini. A generous amount of fresh garlic and parmesan adds tons of flavor and the zucchini takes on a wonderful caramel quality as it pan-fries. It's ready in just 10 minutes and makes the perfect side for serving with a main meal.

📝 Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon butter
• 2 medium zucchini (sliced into ½ inch rounds)
• ¼ teaspoon EACH: sea salt and pepper
• 2 cloves garlic (finely minced)
• ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
• A pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
• ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1sear zucchini: Heat the olive oil and butter in a large, cast iron or non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. When the pan is hot, add the zucchini slices in a mostly single layer, toss the pan briefly to coat them in the oil, then season them with salt and pepper. Let them cook without siring then for 3 minutes then flip them over and cook them for 2 minutes more.
2. 2saute garlic: Reduce the heat to medium and push the zucchini to the side of the pan. Add the garlic, Italian seasoning, and chili flakes and cook the garlic for 1 minute.
3. 3serve: Mix the zucchini and garlic together then sprinkle the parmesan cheese over the top and serve right away.