Italian Zucchini Sauce (Printable)
Vibrant Italian-style sauce with fresh zucchini, aromatic herbs, and tomatoes. Ideal for pasta, grilled meats, or bruschetta.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 medium zucchini, diced
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
05 - 1 small carrot, grated
→ Herbs & Spices
06 - 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
07 - 1 tsp dried oregano
08 - 1 tsp dried basil
09 - 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Finishing
11 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
12 - 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
# How To Make It:
01 - Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
02 - Add chopped onion and cook 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
03 - Stir in minced garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Add diced zucchini and grated carrot. Sauté 5-7 minutes until zucchini begins to soften.
05 - Pour in diced tomatoes with juice. Stir in oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
06 - Bring to gentle simmer, reduce heat to low, and cook uncovered 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens and zucchini is tender.
07 - Adjust seasoning, stir in fresh parsley, and serve hot over pasta or grilled meats. Garnish with Parmesan if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Takes those overwhelming summer zucchini harvests and turns them into something you will actually crave
- The sauce creates its own silky texture without any cream or heavy ingredients
02 -
- The zucchini should be tender but still hold its shape when you bite into it
- This sauce keeps getting better as it sits so make it ahead if you can
03 -
- Use a box grater for the carrot so it practically disappears into the sauce
- Let the sauce rest for at least 10 minutes off the heat before serving