Garlicky Pan-Fried Zucchini
Thin-sliced zucchini seared until golden and tender, finished with garlic and crispy parmesan. A weeknight side that's ready in 12 minutes and feels like you actually tried.
- Total time
- 12 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 156
- Protein
- 6g
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Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs zucchini
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- 1
Slice zucchini lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick planks.
- 2
Heat 1.5 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering.
- 3
Sear half the zucchini without stirring until edges brown, 2–3 minutes per side.
- 4
Transfer to a plate; repeat with remaining oil and zucchini.
- 5
Add garlic to the pan, stir for 30 seconds until fragrant, then return all zucchini.
- 6
Toss to coat, scatter parmesan over top, and serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet (12-inch)
- knife
- cutting board
- wooden spoon or spatula
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