Pan Sautéed Zucchini and Mushrooms

This recipe for Pan Sautéed Zucchini and Mushrooms showcases tender zucchini rounds and full-sized baby Bellas cooked to perfection in a rich, herb-infused oil.

Pan sauteed zucchini and mushrooms with a silver spoon and parsley garnish, white and brown dish towel.

What are baby bellas?
Ingredients
How To Make Sauteed Zucchini and Mushrooms
FAQs
Storage
What to serve with sauteed zucchini and mushrooms?
Pan Sautéed Zucchini and Mushrooms Recipe

There’s nothing quite like the taste of fresh vegetables simmered in a touch of olive oil and butter. So simple yet so delicious. And healthy too, of course!

Fresh zucchini rounds and whole baby bella mushrooms are cooked in an herb-infused oil along with butter so they turn out fork-tender and super flavorful. Ideal to be paired with any of your favorite dishes.

If your garden has churned out a bunch of zucchini, this recipe is for you! You should also check out these Stuffed Zucchini Boats and these Air Fryer Zucchini Fries if you’re looking for a few more ways to cook with your zucchini.

What are baby bellas?

Baby bella mushrooms, are also known as cremini mushrooms, are called baby bella as they are the less mature version of portobello mushrooms. Darker than white button mushrooms, they have a deeper flavor and are ideal where ever your recipe calls for mushrooms.

Zucchini, parsley, herb-infused oil, mushrooms in a white bowl and a black and white dish towel.

Ingredients

Mushrooms: Whole baby Bella mushrooms are perfect for this recipe.
Zucchini: Cut the zucchini into rounds, no need to peel.
Olive oil: Extra virgin olive oil is great to saute the veggies but any type will work well.
Butter: Salted or unsalted butter adds a richness to the sauteed vegetables.
Oregano: Use finely chopped oregano, thyme or rosemary. You can also use herbs frozen in oil to saute these veggies.
Salt and pepper: Add salt and pepper to taste.

Herb infused oil melting in a skillet, mushrooms in a white bowl, zucchini, parsley and a white and brown dish towel, salt in a white dish with a wooden spoon, black peppercorns.

Mushrooms cooking in a skillet, parsley, white and brown dish towel, parsley, salt and a wooden spoon.

How To Make Sauteed Zucchini and Mushrooms

Stir butter and herbs into a skillet heated with oil.
Add mushrooms and cook on low, covered, until they begin to soften. Covering helps the mushrooms release moisture.
Stir in the zucchini rounds, season with salt and pepper, cover, and cook until they being to soften.
Garnish with fresh herbs and serve.

Sauteed mushrooms and zucchini, black peppercorns, parsley, salt in a white dish with a wooden spoon and a white and brown dish towel.

FAQs

can i use a different type of mushroom?

Yes, though this recipe calls for baby Bella mushrooms you could use white or portobello mushrooms. If using portobello, chop them into bite-sized pieces.

can i use summer squash instead of zucchini?

Yes, any type of summer squash or yellow zucchini can be used. For more color you can also use a combination of the yellow and green zucchini.

can i prepare these veggies on the grill?

Yes, drizzle with the herb-infused oil and place on the grill to cook.

Storage

Store leftover mushrooms and zucchini in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. To serve, reheat in the microwave or over the stove.

You can freeze uneaten leftovers too however, they may not have the same texture once frozen and thawed.

RECIPE TIP

The secret to tender veggies is cooking on low heat, covered. This will allow veggies to release moisture and you don’t need to add any broth. On the other hand, if there is too much liquid in the pan, turn up the heat and remove the cover.

Pan sauteed zucchini and mushrooms on a white plate with a silver spoon, parsley on a wooden cutting board, salt on a white plate with a wooden spoon, black peppercorns and a white and brown dish towel.

What to serve with sauteed zucchini and mushrooms?

Sauteed vegetables are the perfect side that goes well with just about anything from eggs to steak. Here are a few suggestions for what to serve these pan sauteed mushrooms and zucchini with:

Burgers like this Spicy Veggie Burger or this Cheddar Ranch Chicken Burger.
Chicken like this Herb Roasted Chicken or this Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Thighs.
Eggs like in this Tomato and Asparagus Quiche or this Savory Dutch Baby.
Vegetarian dishes like this Three Bean Vegetarian Chili or these Easy French Lentils.

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