Garlic Parmesan Zucchini with Tomatoes
Charred zucchini rounds tossed with roasted garlic, melted Parmesan, and juicy sliced tomatoes in under 15 minutes. A bright, zero-fuss side that tastes like restaurant dinner.
- Total time
- 12 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 185
- Protein
- 8g
Ingredients
- 1 large (about 14 oz) zucchini
- 4 cloves, sliced thin garlic
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 medium tomatoes, sliced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 pinch to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- 1
Slice zucchini into 1/4-inch rounds and pat dry with a paper towel.
- 2
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.
- 3
Add zucchini rounds in a single layer and sear 3 minutes per side until golden and charred at edges.
- 4
Scatter sliced garlic over the zucchini and stir, cooking until fragrant, about 45 seconds.
- 5
Remove from heat, top with Parmesan, and let sit 30 seconds until cheese begins to soften.
- 6
Slide onto a plate, arrange tomato slices alongside, season with salt and pepper, and serve warm.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet (12-inch)
- paper towels
- wooden spoon or spatula
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