Here’s a simple and delicious Low-Carb Sautéed Zucchini with Mushrooms recipe — great as a side dish or even a light main!
🥒 Easy & Tasty Low-Carb Sautéed Zucchini with Mushrooms
✅ Ingredients:
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
- 8 oz mushrooms (cremini or white), sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil (or butter for more richness)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 tsp dried Italian seasoning or thyme
- Optional: grated Parmesan, fresh parsley, or a squeeze of lemon
🔥 Instructions:
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add mushrooms and cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to brown and release their moisture.
- Add garlic and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add zucchini and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Sauté for another 5–7 minutes, until zucchini is tender but not mushy. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Optional: Sprinkle with Parmesan or chopped parsley before serving.
💡 Tips:
- Don’t overcrowd the pan—cook in batches if needed for better browning.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Use ghee instead of oil for a deeper, nutty flavor and extra low-carb boost.