2-Ingredient Italian Sautéed Zucchini
Need a fast veggie side? This 2-ingredient sautéed zucchini is super easy and full of flavor!
Two ingredients and one pan—that’s all you need for this simple sautéed zucchini! Italian dressing takes the place of olive oil, salt, fresh garlic, and herbs, giving the zucchini tons of flavor with basically zero effort.
This easy zucchini recipe is ready in minutes and goes with just about anything, from chicken to pasta. It’s my favorite kind of side dish: cheap, fast, kids will eat it, and it’s easy enough to throw together on a busy night.
What’s in 2-ingredient zucchini?
- Italian Dressing: Using this shortcut allows you to add so much flavor so easily! You can use any Italian dressing you’d like, or even make your own.
- Zucchini: You need 1-2 zucchinis for this recipe. You can also throw some summer squash in there for a little pop of color!
Making easy Italian zucchini side dish
Variations
This is a super simple base you can use for most veggies that sauté well. You can add cauliflower, summer squash, broccoli, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, or onions to the zucchini base for a nutrient-rich and flavorful side!
What to serve with Italian zucchini
FAQs
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 3–4 days. Reheat them briefly in a skillet or microwave. The sauteed zucchini will be softer after storing, but it will still taste great.
Nope! Zucchini skin is thin and tender, so there’s no need to peel it. Just wash the zucchini, trim off the ends, and slice it.
The biggest trick is not to overcook it. Cook the zucchini just until it’s tender but still has a little bite. Using a large skillet so the zucchini isn’t overcrowded can also help excess moisture evaporate instead of steaming it as the zucchini cooks.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Italian dressing
- 2 zucchini
Instructions
- Cut your zucchini into roughly 1/4" rounds.
- In a medium bowl, toss the rounds with the Italian dressing.
- In a large skillet, sauté the zucchini for 5-8 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and starting to brown slightly.
- Serve warm with cracked black pepper, grated parmesan, and chopped fresh herbs as garnish.
