Description
A vibrant, quick, and flavorful Mediterranean zucchini dish that brings together fresh vegetables, herbs, and optional protein all in one skillet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large zucchinis – sliced into half-moons
- 1 bell pepper (red or yellow) – diced
- 1 medium onion – chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic – minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes – halved
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper – to taste
- Feta cheese (optional) – crumbled for garnish
- Chickpeas (optional) – 1 can, drained and rinsed, for protein
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
- Add sliced zucchini and diced bell pepper. Stir occasionally and cook for 5–7 minutes until zucchini is tender but not mushy.
- Stir in cherry tomatoes, chickpeas (if using), oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes until tomatoes start to soften and release their juices.
- Remove from heat. Top with crumbled feta cheese if desired and serve warm.
Notes
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat. Feel free to mix in extra vegetables like spinach or eggplant. This dish reheats wonderfully, making it ideal for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: zucchini, Mediterranean, skillet, vegetables, healthy, quick dinner