Sautéed Zucchini

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
3%
Sautéed Zucchini
45 min.
8
42kcal

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If you're looking for a vibrant and healthy side dish to elevate your meal, look no further than sautéed zucchini. This delightful recipe is not only easy to prepare but also aligns with various dietary preferences, making it a perfect addition to any table—whether you’re a vegetarian, vegan, or simply seeking something gluten-free and low FODMAP.

The star of the dish is the fresh zucchini, cut into matchstick-sized pieces to enhance both its appearance and texture. As it sizzles in toasted sesame oil, the zucchini absorbs a warm, nutty flavor that perfectly complements its naturally mild taste. The addition of gochugaru, a coarse Korean red pepper powder, brings an exciting kick, while freshly ground black pepper and kosher salt round out the seasoning beautifully.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this sautéed zucchini is a quick yet impressive way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet. With only 42 calories per serving, it's a guilt-free choice that packs in flavor and nutrients. Whether served alongside grains, proteins, or as part of a larger spread, this dish is sure to impress. Dive into this simple yet scrumptious sautéed zucchini and enjoy a burst of colors and flavors that will leave everyone craving more!

Ingredients

  • servings pepper black freshly ground
  • servings ground pepper red (coarse Korean pepper powder)
  • servings kosher salt 
  • tablespoons sesame oil toasted
  • medium zucchini 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Cut 1 medium zucchini into matchstick-sizepieces.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oilin a large skillet, preferably nonstick, overmedium heat.
  3. Add zucchini; cook, stirringoccasionally, until just tender, 3-4 minutes.Season with kosher salt, freshly groundblack pepper, and gochugaru (coarse
  4. Korean red pepper powder).

Nutrition Facts

Calories42kcal
Protein4.82%
Fat77.91%
Carbs17.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.88
Glycemic Load
0.28
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
2.7604347558125%

Flavonoids

Quercetin
0.16mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:41.72kcal
2.09%
Fat:3.93g
6.04%
Saturated Fat:0.58g
3.65%
Carbohydrates:1.96g
0.65%
Net Carbohydrates:1.14g
0.42%
Sugar:0.82g
0.91%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:196.37mg
8.54%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.55g
1.09%
Vitamin A:881.75IU
17.63%
Vitamin C:5.91mg
7.17%
Manganese:0.1mg
4.83%
Vitamin E:0.68mg
4.51%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.46%
Fiber:0.81g
3.26%
Vitamin K:3.3µg
3.14%
Potassium:105.59mg
3.02%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.45%
Folate:8.02µg
2%
Magnesium:7.63mg
1.91%
Phosphorus:15.33mg
1.53%
Iron:0.26mg
1.43%
Vitamin B3:0.29mg
1.43%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.18%
Copper:0.02mg
1.1%
Source:Epicurious