Garlic and Parsley Zucchini Rounds Recipe – A Quick and Delicious Side Dish
Discover how to make Garlic & Parsley Zucchini Rounds – a quick, healthy, and flavorful side dish perfect for any meal. Try it today
Ingredients
Scale
- 1–2large zucchinis (around10oz/300 gramseach)
- 6garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoonsof extra virgin olive oil
- Sea salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (a small handful)
- Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Zucchinis
- Wash the zucchinis and pat them dry. Slice them into rounds about ½ inch thick.
- Lay the zucchini slices on a plate, seasoning both sides generously with sea salt. Let them sit for 30 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
- Step 2: Make the Garlic and Parsley Sauce
- Finely chop the parsley and crush the garlic into a paste.
- Heat a teaspoon of olive oil in a large frying pan over high heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Remove the garlic from the pan and place it in a bowl. Add the parsley and the rest of the olive oil, mixing well. Adjust with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
- Step 3: Cook the Zucchini Rounds
- Rinse the zucchini rounds to remove the excess salt and pat them dry.
- Heat the pan for 2-3 minutes. Once hot, add the zucchini rounds in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
- Cook for 3 minutes until one side is golden, then flip and cook for another 3 minutes.
- Remove from the pan and place on paper towels to absorb any extra oil.
- Step 4: To Serve
- Place the cooked zucchini rounds on a serving plate. Lightly season with salt and pepper.
- Drizzle with the garlic and parsley sauce, and top with shaved Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve and enjoy!