The Healthful Kitchen
  • Home
  • Main Dish
  • Side
  • Salad
  • Soup
  • Contact
The Healthful Kitchen
  • Home
  • Main Dish
  • Side
  • Salad
  • Soup
  • Contact
Side

Zucchini: Summer’s Best Side Dish

by Heather
Zucchini-Shallot-Heather-Habelka

As I become more confident in my cooking skills, I find myself shopping based on categories.

For example, when it comes to produce I go for what’s seasonal, organic, and affordable—and plan my meals from there.

I’m no longer beholden to a rigid recipe or long list of expensive, obscure ingredients. My goal is to guide you to do the same!

This summer I’m all about the zucchini. I steam it, spiral it, and slice it.

Here’s how I sauté it:

Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
Zucchini-Shallot-Heather-Habelka

Zucchini: Summer’s Best Side Dish

  • Author: Heather Habelka, TheHealthfulKitchen.com
  • Prep Time: 5 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 Minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 Servings 1x
Print Recipe
Pin Recipe

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 Sliced Zucchini
  • 1 Minced Shallot
  • 1 Tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Salt & Pepper

Instructions

  1. On medium heat, warm the oil in a cast iron skillet or stainless steel sauté pan.
  2. Add the minced shallot.
  3. Cook until soft and translucent.
  4. Add the zucchini, toss until each slice is covered with the oil.
  5. Lightly season with salt & pepper.
  6. Cook zucchini slices to your liking.

Notes

Consider your bio-individuality when cooking the zucchini slices. Your body will tell you if “rare, medium, or well” is best for you.

This recipe also works great with yellow squash. And if you can’t find shallots or would rather use an onion or garlic, go for it! The idea is to cook up meals based on what you like and have on hand in your healthful kitchen!

Did you cook this in your Healthful Kitchen?

Please share/tag @the_healthful_kitchen #thehealthfulkitchen or rate/comment below!

zucchini
previous post
Spring into Dandelion Greens
next post
Basil Beyond Pesto

You may also like

Bright & Bitter Brussels Sprouts

Easy to Cook (& Digest) Kale

Let’s Give Beet Greens Some Love

Spring into Dandelion Greens

Leave a Comment Cancel Reply

Recipe rating ★☆ ★☆ ★☆ ★☆ ★☆

Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Welcome!

Welcome!

I'm Heather, Creator of The Healthful Kitchen & National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC). My Dad's cancer diagnosis led me to the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN) several years ago, and inspired my career change from marketing & communications to culinary health coaching. In addition to my national board certification (the health coaching profession's highest distinction), I've completed specialized training in integrative nutrition & holistic health cooking and studied at the Natural Gourmet Institute. I'm also proud to be a registered Health at Every Size practitioner. I'm so happy you landed here and hope you enjoy the affordable, simple & healthful recipes I create & the community I curate. Welcome to The Healthful Kitchen!

Join The Healthful Kitchen Community:

Join & Receive Invites to our FREE Cooking Classes!

Next Class: Saturday, April 22 - 4pm ET

Popular Posts

  • 1

    Easy to Cook (& Digest) Kale

  • 2

    Lunch Made Simple & Whole

  • 3

    A New Spin on Irish Stew

Search:

  • Instagram
  • Linkedin
  • Youtube
Footer Logo
  • Disclaimer
  • Privacy Policy

©️ Copyright 2020 - 2023 | Heather B. Habelka - The Healthful Kitchen | Disclaimer: This website is for informational purposes only. It is not intended for the purpose of medical or healthcare advice.