Best 4 Sauteed Zucchini With Feta And Oregano Recipes

Sauteed zucchini with feta and oregano is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. The zucchini is cooked until tender and slightly browned, and the feta and oregano add a salty and savory flavor. This dish can be served as a side dish or as a main course, and it is also a great way to use up any leftover zucchini you may have.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SAUTEED ZUCCHINI WITH OREGANO AND FETA

Sauteed Zucchini With Oregano and Feta image

Found on the weightwatchers.com blog. Delicious and so easy. You can add some onions and mushrooms when sauteing the zucchini. Also you might try using yellow squash for the zucchini or mix them for a colorful presentation.

Provided by mama smurf

Categories Vegetable

Time 9m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 teaspoons olive oil
2 medium uncooked zucchini, cut into 2-inch chuncks
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1/8 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/8 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add zucchini and oregano; saute until zucchini is golden brown, about 4-6 minutes.
Remove skillet from heat and add parsley; toss to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (some feta cheeses are salty so remember when adding salt). Sprinkle feta cheese over top just before serving.
Yields about 1/2 cup per serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 62.8, Fat 4.6, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 8.3, Sodium 186.3, Carbohydrate 3.8, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2.9, Protein 2.6

SAUTEED ZUCCHINI WITH FETA

Sauteed Zucchini with Feta image

Provided by Food Network

Categories side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 large zucchini, thinly sliced in rounds
2 garlic cloves, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 cup chopped parsley or basil
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
1/2 cup crumbled feta

Steps:

In a 12-inch skillet, heat the oil on low. Slowly saute the zucchini and garlic, with a little salt, until golden and slightly caramelized, about 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Mix in parsley or basil, cilantro and feta.

ORZO WITH ZUCCHINI AND FETA

Orzo with Zucchini and Feta image

"This pasta dish is simple to prepare and never fails to please," reports Andrea Jones of McKinney, Texas. "I double and sometimes triple the recipe when hosting a get-together. You can serve it hot as a side dish or cold as a salad."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
2 tablespoons water
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
4 teaspoons olive oil
2 teaspoons dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

Cook orzo according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small microwave-safe bowl, combine zucchini and water. Cover and cook on high for 1 minute or until crisp-tender; drain. , Drain orzo; place in a large bowl. Add the zucchini, feta cheese, oil, oregano, salt and pepper; toss to coat. Serve warm or chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 226mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PASTA WITH ZUCCHINI AND OREGANO

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Provided by Ann Gillespie

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 pound campanelle (trumpet-shaped pasta) or orecchiette (little ear-shaped pasta)
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 pounds zucchini, trimmed, cut into 1/3-inch-thick slices
6 garlic cloves, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
1/2 cup grated pecorino cheese, plus additional for sprinkling

Steps:

Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain, reserving 1 cup cooking liquid. Return pasta to pot.
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large skillet over high heat. Add zucchini; sauté until tender and beginning to brown, about 8 minutes. Mix in garlic and oregano; remove from heat. Add zucchini mixture to pasta, adding reserved pasta cooking liquid by 1/4 cupfuls as needed to moisten. Add 1/2 cup cheese; stir until melted. Transfer to large bowl. Serve, passing additional cheese for sprinkling.

Tips:

Choose fresh, tender zucchini for the best results.
Slice the zucchini thinly so that it cooks evenly.
Don't overcrowd the pan when sautéing the zucchini. Cook it in batches if necessary.
Cook the zucchini over medium-high heat so that it browns slightly.
Add the feta cheese and oregano towards the end of cooking so that they don't overcook.
Season the zucchini to taste with salt and pepper.
Serve the zucchini immediately as a side dish or appetizer.

Conclusion:

Sautéed zucchini with feta and oregano is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for a summer meal. It is light, refreshing, and packed with flavor. The zucchini is cooked until tender and slightly browned, while the feta cheese and oregano add a salty and herbaceous touch. This dish can be served as a side dish or an appetizer, and it is sure to please everyone at the table.