Description
A flavorful and healthy zucchini sauce made with fresh zucchini, tomatoes, and aromatic herbs. Perfect as a pasta topping or a versatile dip, this sauce is easy to prepare and ready in just 35 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 medium zucchini, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Oils
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: Warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a pan over medium heat to prepare for sautéing the aromatics.
- Sauté onions and garlic: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pan and cook until translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Cook zucchini: Add the chopped zucchini to the pan and cook for about 5 minutes until it begins to soften.
- Add tomatoes and seasonings: Stir in the diced tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper ensuring all ingredients are well combined.
- Simmer sauce: Reduce heat and let the mixture simmer gently for 15 minutes until the zucchini is tender and flavors meld.
- Blend sauce: Carefully transfer the sauce to a blender and blend until smooth. Return to the pan if desired and serve hot.
Notes
- Use fresh and ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste after blending.
- This sauce pairs well with pasta, grilled chicken, or as a dip with bread.
- For a chunkier texture, blend the sauce briefly or skip blending entirely.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
