I picked up a discount bag of zucchini at the grocery store yesterday. Which was handy because it made for the perfect side dish to go with our dinner. Very quick, very easy, very simple, but still pretty tasty. Although I did significantly reduce the oil (from 1/3 c. down to 3 Tbsp.) and I think, if I were doing it again, I'd cut it back even further. Even 3 Tbsp. seemed like a lot. If I'd used the full 1/3 it would have been absolutely swimming in oil! It was good otherwise though, so I'll give it a pass.

Sautéed Zucchini

Slightly adapted from Vegetable of the Day by Kate McMillan

Ingredients

• 900g zucchini
• 2-3 Tbsp. olive oil
• 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh basil
• salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Cut the zucchini in half lengthwise, then cut crosswise into 1cm thick pieces.
2. Heat the olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add the garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes.
4. Add the zucchini and sauté until just tender (~5 minutes).
5. Add the basil and cook for another minute or so.
6. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.