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Garlic Zucchini Spears
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Garlic Zucchini Spears

Garlic zucchini spears are full of garlicky, savory flavor. Easy to make with a few simple ingredients. Recipe and photography by Beverly Davis for CornbreadMillionaire.com.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: #garliczucchinispears, #zucchini, #zucchinispears
Servings: 6 spears
Calories: 24kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 2 each fresh zucchinis
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 each fresh garlic cloves crushed/chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped (optional) use for garnish

Instructions

  • Wash fresh zucchini in warm salty water. Rinse in warm clear water. Pat dry with paper towels. Cut each zucchini in half. Cut each half into 2 spears. Will have 4 thin spears for each zucchini and 8 total.
  • Place a large a non-stick pan over low-medium heat. Add 2 teaspoons of olive oil and salt. Use spatula to spread over pan.
  • Add zucchini spears cut side down. Cook for 5 minutes. Flip to opposite cut side. Cook 4 to 8 minutes.
  • Sprinkle smashed garlic over spears. Flip spears over and cook 1-2 minutes or until garlic is aromatic and spears are golden brown. Remove from heat.
  • Remove from heat. Sprinkle with chopped/fresh cilantro. Serve hot.

Notes

Store cooled zucchini in a zippered bag or a container with a tight lid.  Refrigerate up to 3 days.