Zucchini with greens and young garlic

6 servings

20 minutes

Zucchini with herbs and young garlic is a simple yet delightful dish of Russian cuisine filled with summer aromas. Juicy zucchini, gently sautéed in butter, reveals its tender flavor while young garlic adds a piquant freshness. The addition of herbs completes the composition, making the dish light and refreshing. This combination of ingredients makes it an ideal side for meat or a standalone summer treat. Historically, zucchinis became popular in Russian cuisine due to their versatility and delicate taste, while young vegetables and herbs have always symbolized freshness and seasonality. The simple cooking process preserves the natural flavor of each ingredient, allowing enjoyment of their natural harmony.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 158.5
• Proteins: 1.1g
• Fats: 14.1g
• Carbohydrates: 6.7g

Ingredients

• Zucchini: 2 pc
• Garlic: 1 head
• Green: to taste
• Salt with herbs: to taste
• Butter: 100 g

Cooking steps

1. Prepare the ingredients.

2. Cut the zucchini into small pieces

   Required ingredients:

   • Zucchini: 2 pieces

3. Melt the butter in a pan.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 100 g

4. Place the zucchini in the pan and salt them.

   Required ingredients:

   • Zucchini: 2 pieces
   • Salt with herbs:  to taste

5. Chop young garlic along with the stems.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 1 head

6. Add the chopped garlic to the zucchini in the pan.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 1 head

7. Mix zucchini and garlic.

8. Cook the zucchini until almost fully done, to an al dente state.

9. Chop some greens.

10. Add chopped greens to the pan.

    Required ingredients:

    • Green:  to taste

11. Mix everything and bring to a boil.