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A close-up shot of perfectly sauteed zucchini and mushrooms in a black skillet, showing the browned edges and tender texture.

Sauteed Zucchini and Mushrooms (The Perfect 15-Minute Side Dish)

This Sauteed Zucchini and Mushrooms recipe is the perfect quick, flavorful, and healthy side dish. Learn how to get perfectly tender, non-soggy veggies in just 15 minutes with simple ingredients and step-by-step instructions.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 85
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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 8 oz Cremini Mushrooms halved or quartered
  • 2 medium Zucchini sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp Salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper freshly cracked
  • 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes optional, for heat

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 1 Knife

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add the mushrooms in a single layer and cook, stirring occasionally, for 4-5 minutes until browned.
  3. Add the zucchini to the pan in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes without stirring to get a good sear.
  4. Stir the vegetables together. Add the minced garlic, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Cook for 2-3 more minutes, stirring frequently, until the zucchini is crisp-tender.
  5. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Notes

Don't Crowd the Pan: Use a large enough skillet to avoid steaming the vegetables; cook in batches if needed.
Salt at the End: Season lightly during cooking and adjust salt just before serving to prevent the zucchini from becoming watery.