Best 6 Easy Italian Tomato Zucchini Recipes

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When thinking of pairing tomatoes and zucchini, we often get stuck in the summery, refreshing realm of salads, side dishes, and even desserts. However, the combination of these two humble garden vegetables has the potential to shine just as bright when cooked together in savory applications. The secret to unlocking their true culinary magic lies in the right blend of Italian spices and cooking techniques. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey to create an effortlessly delicious dish that will transport your taste buds to the heart of Italy.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

EASY ZUCCHINI-TOMATO SIDE DISH



Easy Zucchini-Tomato Side Dish image

This quick and easy vegetable dish can be served as a side or as a vegetarian main with rice or pasta. I could eat it all by myself, but I put down 2 servings.

Provided by mooku007

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
2 small zucchini, cubed
1 teaspoon tomato paste
1 beefsteak tomato, cubed
1 teaspoon herbes de Provence, or more to taste
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch white sugar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet and cook onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add zucchini and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in tomato paste and tomato. Season with herbes de provence, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Stir in basil and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.4 calories, Carbohydrate 11.7 g, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 117.9 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

EASY ITALIAN TOMATO ZUCCHINI



Easy Italian Tomato Zucchini image

This is easy and just so good! This recipe makes lots. The onions and garlic can be sautéed hours in advance.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Onions

Time 1h5m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

7 -8 medium zucchini, sliced with skin on
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
3 medium onions
2 -3 fresh minced garlic cloves (or to taste)
1/3 cup oil
3 tablespoons butter
1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes, slightly drained
1 -2 tablespoon tomato paste
salt and pepper
2 teaspoons oregano
1 tablespoon wine vinegar
grated parmesan cheese, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Set oven to 375°F.
  • Butter a 3-quart casserole dish.
  • Place the sliced zucchini evenly in the bottom of the buttered baking dish.
  • Sprinkle about 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese over the zucchini.
  • In a frypan, sauté onions and garlic in oil and butter until just lightly browned and tender.
  • Add in tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, pepper, oregano and vinegar; heat until boiling, reduce heat and simmer for about 25 minutes.
  • Pour the tomato mixture over the zucchini.
  • Sprinkle with more grated parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for about 30 minutes.
  • *NOTE* 2 cups grated mozzarella cheese may be sprinkled on top the last 10 minutes of baking.

ITALIAN ZUCCHINI



Italian Zucchini image

I make this hot vegetable dish quite often in summer when zucchini is abundant. Garden-fresh sliced onion and tomato add a tasty touch.-Christopher Gordon, Springfield, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups sliced zucchini
1 medium onion, sliced into rings
2 medium tomatoes, sliced
1 lemon, quartered
1-1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • In a greased 2-1/2-qt. casserole, layer on-third of the zucchini, onion and tomatoes. Squeeze one lemon quarter over all. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Repeat layers. Dot with butter. Squeeze remaining lemon over all. Cover and bake at 350° for 1 hour or until vegetables are tender. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

TO DIE FOR ZUCCHINI AND TOMATOES !!!!



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OK this is sooooooooo Good. I could eat this 3 times a night and not get sick of it. Zesty and spicy and very tasty.The tomatoes really add to the flavor

Provided by Shirl J 831

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large fresh zucchini
1 can tomatoes seasoned with basil garlic & oregano
1 medium onion, chopped fine
1 clove garlic, minced
low-fat parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt, with parsley seasoning (Lowrey's)
fresh basil
fresh oregano
salt and pepper
pam butter-flavored cooking spray

Steps:

  • Chop finely the onion.
  • Slice the zucchini (not to thick).
  • Saute the zucchini with the onion, garlic.
  • Add all your seasonings.
  • Saute this for a few minutes in a pan sprayed with butter pam.
  • Do not saute too long as you do not want the zucchini soft.
  • Add the tomatoes and simmer few minutes.
  • Remove from heat and serve on plates adding parmesan cheese on top.

TOMATO ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE



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This recipe is always a hit. In fact, I usually have to double it, and still there are no leftovers. The crumb topping is flavored with bits of onion.-Alison Relkov, Cochrane, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon minced fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon minced fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
5 small zucchini, thinly sliced
1/4 cup butter, divided
2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first seven ingredients; set aside. In a large skillet, saute zucchini in 1 tablespoon of butter until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes; drain. Arrange the zucchini in a greased 8-in. square baking dish; sprinkle with half of the cheese mixture. Top with tomatoes and remaining cheese mixture., In a saucepan, saute onion in remaining butter until tender; add bread crumbs and toss to combine. Sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts :

ZUCCHINI PARMESAN WITH TOMATO SAUCE



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This is my favorite side dish that goes great with chicken or fish or served over rice or pasta.

Provided by MW09

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 zucchini - peeled, sliced lengthwise, and sliced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 ½ cups tomato sauce
¼ cup Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; saute zucchini until softened, 5 to 10 minutes. Season zucchini with oregano and basil. Add tomato sauce; cook and stir until heated through, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over zucchini mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.9 calories, Carbohydrate 9.8 g, Cholesterol 4.4 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 570.1 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

Tips:

- Choose ripe, fresh zucchini for the best flavor and texture. - If your zucchini is large, cut it in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds before slicing. - To prevent the zucchini from becoming watery, salt it lightly and let it sit for 10 minutes before cooking. - Use a large skillet or Dutch oven to cook the zucchini so that it has plenty of room to spread out. - Cook the zucchini over medium-high heat so that it browns quickly and evenly. - Stir the zucchini frequently to prevent it from sticking to the pan. - Add the tomatoes, garlic, and herbs to the skillet and cook until the tomatoes have softened and the garlic is fragrant. - Season the zucchini and tomato mixture with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste. - Serve the zucchini and tomato mixture over pasta, rice, or quinoa.

Conclusion:

This easy Italian tomato zucchini recipe is a quick and delicious weeknight meal. It's packed with flavor and can be served over pasta, rice, or quinoa. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a healthy and satisfying meal on the table in no time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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