Easy Sautéed Zucchini with Parmesan

Easy sauteed zucchini with Parmesan is healthy, simple and a great way to cook zucchini! One of the best zucchini recipes for quick sides.

Prep time: PT10M

Cook time: PT25M

Total time: PT35M

Rating

4.75 stars (269 reviews)

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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)
1 medium yellow onion (thinly sliced)
4 medium zucchini (or yellow summer squash, or a mix (about 2 pounds), ends trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch-thick rounds)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Heat the olive oil, onion and 1 tablespoon butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Cook gently until the onions begin to brown, about 10 to 11 minutes. Add the zucchini, salt, pepper, thyme, and remaining butter.
Increase heat to medium. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is just cooked through and beginning to brown, about 10 to 15 minutes. Sprinkle with Parmesan. Enjoy immediately

Susan Lauder on 2025-08-09 (5 stars):
This was easy and delicious. I didn't use the thyme, it's just not my favorite. Give it a try 👍
Kayte B on 2025-07-15 (5 stars):
We absolutely loved it! This recipe definitely made the zucchini shine! Just wish I had made extra. Thank you!
Guinie on 2025-06-03 (5 stars):
I had some zucchini that I wasn't sure what to do with it. So, tonight I made your recipe (using one medium zucchini) and had it for my dinner along with a sliced tomato and con on the cob. It was delicious, and I have decided to have a veggie only dinner at least once a week. This recipe will be on the rotation! Thanks for sharing
Kit on 2025-04-12 (5 stars):
I was looking for a simple and easy recipe for my zucchini and this was perfect! Thank you!
Christine on 2025-02-23 (5 stars):
We absolutely loved it! Fast, easy and delicious
MARY H ALFORD on 2025-01-23 (5 stars):
I use this recipe as a basis for my Veggie Saute. I start with diced onions, celery, and bell peppers, then adding the zucchini and garlic. After sautéing these, I add diced tomatoes (fresh or 1/2 can), along with a scant tsp of sugar, 1 tsp of Italian seasoning. So yummy!
Mo on 2024-11-27 (5 stars):
Just made this tonight. Delicious and easy! Thanks for posting the recipe
Marcia Costa Martin on 2024-10-01 (5 stars):
Easy to make and delicious!