Description
If you’re craving a quick, vibrant, and healthy side dish, look no further than this Easy Garlic Butter Low-Carb Zucchini Recipe With Squash. This dish combines the fresh flavors of zucchini and yellow squash sautéed in garlic butter, making it a delightful addition to any meal. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or when entertaining guests. The colors and flavors will impress your family and friends while keeping your meal low-carb and nutritious. Serve it alongside grilled chicken or fish, or enjoy it as part of a vegetarian platter.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Zucchini (chopped)
- 1 Yellow Squash (chopped)
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tbsp Butter
- 1/2 tsp Minced Garlic
- Fresh Parsley (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan Cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Chop the zucchini and yellow squash into quarters for even cooking.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add zucchini and yellow squash; sauté undisturbed for 3 minutes to achieve golden edges.
- Continue cooking until tender with browned edges, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add butter, minced garlic, salt, and pepper; stir until the butter melts and the garlic is fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
- Garnish with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg