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Skillet Zucchini and Mushrooms

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Skillet Zucchini and Mushrooms is a quick and flavorful side dish made with caramelized onions, tender zucchini, and earthy mushrooms sautéed in butter and olive oil. Ready in 20 minutes, it’s rustic, comforting, and pairs perfectly with almost any meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 2 small zucchini, cut into thin half-moon slices
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 8 oz mushrooms (cremini or white button), sliced

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and cook 2–3 minutes until softened.
  3. Add mushrooms and cook 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they release moisture and begin to brown.
  4. Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter, then stir in zucchini slices.
  5. Season with salt and pepper. Sauté 5–7 minutes until zucchini is tender and lightly golden.
  6. Taste, adjust seasoning, and serve warm as a side or over rice, pasta, or toast.

Notes

  • Add minced garlic in the last few minutes for extra flavor.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan or fresh herbs like thyme or parsley before serving.
  • Toss with cooked pasta or scrambled eggs for a heartier dish.

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