Flavorful Asparagus with Zucchini and Squash
Flavorful Asparagus with Zucchini and Squash is a vibrant and nutritious dish that celebrates fresh vegetables in a colorful medley. This delightful recipe combines tender asparagus, crisp zucchini, and sweet yellow squash, all sautéed with aromatic garlic and fragrant herbs. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it can be served as a light main course or an eye-catching side dish. With just 15 minutes of prep time and 30 minutes of cooking, you can create a wholesome meal that’s both satisfying and healthy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Vegetable Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound asparagus
- 2 zucchinis
- 2 yellow squashes
- 3 cloves garlic
- 6 button mushrooms
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary
- 2 tablespoons dried parsley
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Rinse asparagus, trim ends, cut into bite-sized pieces. Slice zucchinis and yellow squashes into thin rounds. Mince garlic finely and slice mushrooms.
- Heat the skillet: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and let it shimmer.
- Sauté the garlic: Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add vegetables: Stir in asparagus, zucchini, yellow squash, and mushrooms, combining well.
- Season and cook: Sprinkle rosemary and parsley, stirring continuously for 8–10 minutes until veggies are tender but crisp.
- Serve hot: Remove from heat, adjust seasoning if needed, and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg