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Sauteed Zucchini with Olives Sauce

This amazing sauteed italian zucchini with olives sauce is the perfect vegan side dish that is ready in just 20 minutes and it’s what you need to complement your dinners.
5 from 4 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Italian
Servings 2 people

Equipment

  • skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium zucchini
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1/4 cup olives chopped
  • 1/2 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
  • salt and pepper to taste

Olives and basil sauce

  • 1/4 cup olive oil extra virgin
  • 2 limes juice
  • 5 basil leaves chopped
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Wash, dry and cut the zucchini in half lengthwise, chop each slice to form a quarter-moon shape ½ inch thin.
  • Heat a large frying pan to medium-low heat, add ½ tablespoon of olive oil and the garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the zucchini slices side by side, all slices must be in contact with the pan. Season with salt and pepper to taste and grill for 2 to 3 minutes and flip. Transfer to a plate with paper towel and reserve.
  • In a chopping board, chop the olives and the basil leaves together. Transfer to a bowl and add the olive oil and lime juice. Whisk well and serve.

Notes

  • For best results in the cooking of zucchini, remove the excess water by pat drying with paper towels before cooking.
  • Always taste the zucchini before adding more salt, as it can become salty.
  • Olives sauce: goes well with salads too, so can be kept in the fridge for up to 1 week in a pot with lid.
Keyword appetizer, olive oil, olives, vegan, zucchini