Zucchini Salad with Almonds

This Warm Zucchini Salad with Almonds is a quick, flavorful side dish that turns simple fresh ingredients into something truly satisfying. Lightly sautéed zucchini, toasted almonds, garlic, and Parmesan create the perfect balance of healthy comfort food and fresh flavor. It’s an easy, low-

stress recipe perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or pairing with almost any main course.

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Zucchini Salad with Almonds

Why You'll Love This Warm Zucchini Salad with Almonds Recipe

• Quick and easy side dish ready in about 25 minutes

• Made with simple, wholesome ingredients

• Light yet satisfying for busy weeknight meals

• Great way to use up extra zucchini

• Garlic, Parmesan, and almonds add rich flavor without heavy sauces

• Pairs perfectly with chicken, fish, steak, or pasta

• Minimal cleanup with one skillet preparation

  
  

Cooking Tips & Tricks

• Avoid overcrowding the skillet so the zucchini browns instead of steaming

• Slice zucchini evenly for consistent cooking

• Toast the almonds lightly to enhance their crunch and flavor

• Add garlic near the end to prevent burning and bitterness

• Serve immediately while warm for the best texture and flavor

  
  

Warm Zucchini Salad with Almonds Recipe

Prep: 10 mins. | Cook: 15 minutes | Servings:  4

Ingredients:

• 2 T. olive oil

• 3 medium zucchinis, sliced into ¼ inch match sticks

• Kosher salt/black pepper or favorite seasoning

• 1/3 c. sliced almonds

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 tsp. red wine vinegar

• Fresh parsley, chopped

• ¼ c. grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Heat a large skillet with the olive oil over medium heat.

2. Add in the zucchini and cook until lightly golden, about 2-3 minutes, then season with salt and pepper.

3. Add in the almonds, garlic and toss to combine.  Cook for another 2 minutes.

4. Add in the red wine vinegar and combine.

5. Place on a serving platter and top with Parmesan cheese.