Walnut Zucchini Saute

Name: Walnut Zucchini Saute
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Ingredients: 2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices; 1/3 cup chopped walnuts; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon butter; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper

This recipe is special to me because I can get my family to eat their veggies when I make this delicious side. —Angela Stewart, West Seneca, New York

Ingredients

2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/3 cup chopped walnuts
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

Saute zucchini and walnuts in oil and butter in a large skillet until zucchini is tender. Add the garlic, salt and pepper; cook and stir for 1 minute.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 111 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 165mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1 vegetable.

Originally published as Walnut Zucchini Saute in Simple & Delicious December/January 2013

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dunesummer

Jul 11, 2015

Without thinking, I added squash to the recipe, but kept everything else the same besides doubling the recipe. Everyone complimented the dish, even the vegetable-hating kids! I will definitely make this again, although I might sprinkle some fresh Parmesan on top for a little extra taste.