Sautéed Zucchini with Mint, Basil & Pine Nuts
Sautéed Zucchini with Mint, Basil & Pine Nuts is a vibrant and flavorful dish that beautifully captures the essence of summer. This delightful recipe combines fresh zucchini with aromatic herbs and toasted pine nuts, creating a light and nutritious side perfect for any meal. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a casual family gathering, this dish will impress everyone with its colorful presentation and refreshing taste. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, it’s not only healthy but also versatile—ideal for serving alongside grilled meats, tossing into salads, or enjoying on its own as a snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound zucchini (or any summer squash), sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 small cloves garlic
- 10 mint leaves
- 5 basil leaves
- 1 heaping tablespoon capers
- 2 tablespoons pine nuts or walnuts, lightly toasted
- Red apple vinegar or white balsamic vinegar
- Sea salt and freshly ground pepper
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of the sliced zucchini and sauté until golden brown, about 15 minutes.
- While the zucchini cooks, finely chop garlic, mint leaves, basil leaves, and capers to form a coarse mixture.
- Remove the first batch of zucchini and repeat cooking with the remaining zucchini.
- Combine all cooked zucchini in the skillet with the herb mixture and vinegar; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve topped with toasted pine nuts or walnuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg