Quick Zucchini Side Dish With Toasted Almonds Food

GARLIC BUTTER SAUTEED ZUCCHINI

Steps:

• It's up to you as to how you cut the zucchini. You can slice the zucchini into rounds, cut into half moons or chop into bitesize pieces.
• Melt the butter in a wide skillet over medium-high heat. Add the zucchini and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally until the zucchini is browned in places and tender, 3 to 5 minutes.
• Turn off the heat, and then stir in the scallions, a squeeze of lemon juice, and cheese (if using). Taste, and then season with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Serve immediately.

QUICK SAUTE OF ZUCCHINI WITH TOASTED ALMONDS AND PECORINO

Steps:

• Slice the zucchini lengthwise 1/8th inch thick, then slice again to resemble matchsticks.
• Divide the oil between two large, heavy-bottomed skillets and heat over high heat. When the oil is hot, but not smoking, add half of the almonds to each skillet.
• When the almonds are golden brown and toasted (approx. 30 seconds), add half the zucchini to each pan and toss to coat zucchini with the hot oil. (You just want to warm the zucchini, not cook it.).
• Season with salt and pepper. Return to heat for about 30 seconds to warm through.
• Divide almonds and zucchini between four warmed plates and top with the sheets of pecorino.
• Serve while still nice and hot.

QUICK ZUCCHINI SIDE DISH WITH TOASTED ALMONDS

Steps:

• Heat olive oil in a pan and add almonds. Cook and stir until almonds start to brown slightly, 1 to 2 minutes. Add zucchini and toss with olive oil and almonds. Cook briefly until zucchini are tender, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.