Description
Elevate your dining experience with this Easy Skillet Zucchini Recipe featuring a rich balsamic reduction. In just 30 minutes, you can create a vibrant side dish that bursts with flavor and complements any meal. Fresh zucchini rounds are sautéed to perfection in extra virgin olive oil and finished with a luscious homemade balsamic glaze. This delightful dish not only looks stunning but is also versatile enough for casual weeknight dinners or special occasions. Whether paired with grilled meats, tossed in salads, or served over grains, this zucchini recipe is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium zucchinis
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Kosher salt and pepper
- 1/2 to 3/4 tsp sweet paprika
- Optional garnishes: black sesame seeds, dried mint or parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the balsamic reduction by heating balsamic vinegar and brown sugar in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for about 20 minutes until thickened. Let cool.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add sliced zucchini, season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Sauté for 7-10 minutes until tender and golden.
- Serve the zucchini on a platter, drizzled with balsamic glaze and garnished with sesame seeds and herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg