Best 7 Zucchini And Pecan Saute Recipes

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Zucchini and pecan sauté is a simple yet delicious dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. The combination of zucchini, pecans, and spices creates a flavorful and colorful dish that is sure to please everyone. This versatile dish can be easily customized to suit your own taste preferences, making it a great option for those who are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal that the whole family will love.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

ZUCCHINI SAUTE



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 6 to 8 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
3 large zucchini squash, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. When hot, add the garlic and saute for 2 minutes, or until fragrant; don't let it brown. Add the squash, salt and pepper and cook until the squash is tender but still slightly crisp, about 5 minutes. Transfer the squash to a serving dish and sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese.

ZUCCHINI AND PECAN SAUTE



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This saute is quick, easy...and DELICIOUS.

Provided by Ingeborg

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 tablespoons butter
⅓ cup chopped pecans
1 pound fresh zucchini, sliced
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add pecans; cook and stir until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Remove pecans from skillet.
  • Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter to the skillet, and melt. Add zucchini, and saute until soft. Toss with pecans and cheese. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.3 calories, Carbohydrate 10.2 g, Cholesterol 48 mg, Fat 31.5 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.6 g, Sodium 183.6 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

ZUCCHINI IN PECAN BROWN BUTTER



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Chef Jimmy Bradley's wonderfully simple combinations of texture and flavor at New York City's The Red Cat were the inspiration for this zucchini dish-it makes a great accompaniment to "lazy lasagne." Active time: 20 min Start to finish: 20 min

Time 20m

Yield Makes 4 (first course or side dish) servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup pecans (1 oz), coarsely chopped
1 lb zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch-thick matchsticks
1/2 cup parmesan curls (shaved with a vegetable peeler from a piece of parmesan)

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large heavy skillet over moderate heat, then cook pecans, stirring, until golden brown and butter is browned.
  • Add zucchini with salt and pepper to taste and cook, stirring frequently, until just tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Serve zucchini topped with parmesan curls.

ZUCCHINI WITH PECANS



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This vegetable dish recipe was in my grandmother's collection. At first, I only cooked it on Sundays or special occasions. But my family enjoyed it so much, I make it all the time now. -Wanda Penton, Amite, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1-1/2 cups julienned zucchini
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
Dash pepper
2 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • In a skillet, saute zucchini in oil for 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Sprinkle with garlic salt, pepper and pecans. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 229mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

MUSHROOM & ZUCCHINI PESTO SAUTE



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With your homemade pesto and a handful of other ingredients, you can make a quick but delicious side dish. It goes together easily on the stove. -Benjamin Smith, Beaumont, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 small onion, chopped
2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4 inch slices
3 tablespoons prepared pesto
1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and onion; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add zucchini; cook and stir until vegetables are tender. Stir in pesto and lemon-pepper seasoning.

Nutrition Facts :

EASY AND GOOD ZUCCHINI AND PEPPER SAUTE



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Very simple and very good! I have made this many times in the past when I have lots of zucchini overflowing in my garden. Even better if you can use fresh cut corn from the cob. This is a simple recipe that has lots of wonderful flavor! you will love this! Use less jalapeno but please use some, it really brings out a "kick" in this recipe. My family loves spicy, so I use the two jalapenos!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
2 onions, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh minced garlic (or to taste)
4 zucchini, cut in half and sliced
1 large red bell pepper, chopped (can use two)
1 (10 ounce) bag frozen corn or 1 (10 ounce) bag fresh corn
1 -2 jalapeno, seeded and chopped
salt and pepper
1/4 cup grated romano cheese (optional) or 1/4 cup parmesan cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet heat oil and butter.
  • Saute the onions and garlic until tender.
  • Add in zucchini, both peppers and corn; saute for about 4-5 minutes or until the zucchini and peppers are JUST tender but not mushy.
  • Add in grated Parmesan cheese (if using) and salt and pepper to taste; mix to combine.

ZUCCHINI-PECAN CAKE WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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Provided by Ian Knauer

Categories     Cake     Mixer     Egg     Dessert     Bake     Kentucky Derby     Backyard BBQ     Cream Cheese     Pecan     Zucchini     Summer     Party     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

Cake:
Nonstick vegetable oil spray
1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3/4 cup olive oil (not extra-virgin)
1 cup (packed) golden brown sugar
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups coarsely grated zucchini (about 8 ounces)
3/4 cup chopped pecans
Frosting:
1/2 8-ounce package Philadelphia brand cream cheese (do not use reduced-fat or fat-free), room temperature
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
3/4 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • For cake:
  • Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 350°F. Line 9-inch-diameter cake pan with 2-inch-high sides with parchment paper. Coat parchment paper with nonstick spray.
  • Whisk flour, baking powder, coarse salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg in medium bowl to blend well. Whisk oil, sugar, eggs, and vanilla in large bowl to blend well; fold in flour mixture, then grated zucchini and pecans. Transfer cake batter to prepared pan.
  • Bake cake until tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Cool cake completely in pan on rack, about 1 hour. Cut around sides of pan to loosen. Turn cake out onto platter; peel off parchment paper.
  • For frosting:
  • Using electric mixer, beat cream cheese and butter in medium bowl until blended. Beat in sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon. Spread frosting thickly over top of cake. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.
  • Cut cake into wedges and serve.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender zucchini for the best flavor and texture. Look for zucchini that is small to medium in size, with smooth, unblemished skin.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the zucchini into thin slices. This will help them cook evenly and quickly.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the zucchini. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and becoming soggy.
  • Cook the zucchini over medium-high heat until they are tender and slightly browned. This will take about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add the pecans and cook for an additional minute or two. This will help to toast the pecans and bring out their flavor.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve the zucchini and pecan sauté immediately. This dish is best enjoyed fresh.

Conclusion:

Zucchini and pecan sauté is a quick, easy, and delicious side dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is a great way to use up fresh zucchini and is a healthy and flavorful addition to any meal. The zucchini is tender and slightly browned, the pecans are toasted and nutty, and the combination of flavors is simply irresistible. This dish is sure to become a favorite in your home.

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