Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of our Easy Skillet Zucchini Recipe with Balsamic Reduction. This dish is a quick and delightful addition to any meal, perfect for summer gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. With tender zucchini sautéed in olive oil and drizzled with a homemade balsamic glaze, it offers a harmonious blend of taste and nutrition. In just 30 minutes, you can create a side dish that impresses without the fuss. Whether served alongside grilled chicken or enjoyed on its own, this zucchini recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/4" rounds
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Kosher salt and pepper
- 1/2 to 3/4 tsp sweet paprika
Instructions
- To make the balsamic glaze, heat balsamic vinegar and brown sugar in a saucepan over medium-high heat until boiling. Reduce to medium-low and simmer for about 20 minutes until thickened. Allow cooling.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add zucchini rounds and season with salt, pepper, and sweet paprika. Sauté for 7-10 minutes until softened and lightly browned.
- Transfer sautéed zucchini to a serving platter and drizzle with the balsamic glaze before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg