sauteed zucchini and caramelized onions
This simple side dish could also make a vegetarian main dish if served over rice.
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yield
4 serving(s)
prep time
15 Min
cook time
15 Min
method
Stove Top
Ingredients For sauteed zucchini and caramelized onions
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1 Tbspextra virgin olive oil (or more if needed)
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1 mdonion, sliced, or cut into thin wedges
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1 pinchsugar
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1 mdzucchini (or yellow squash or both)
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1 lgtomato, chopped, optional
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1 pinchred pepper flakes
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salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
How To Make sauteed zucchini and caramelized onions
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1In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook, stirring, until transparent, about 5 minutes.
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2Sprinkle with sugar; cook until onions are browned and caramelized, about 7 minutes, adding a sprinkle of water as necessary to prevent burning and sticking.
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3Add zucchini to skillet. Saute until zucchini is tender, about 5 minutes.
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4Add tomato, if using, and red pepper flakes.
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5Cook until heated through and tomato begins to release its juice, about 3 minutes.
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6Add salt and pepper to taste.
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