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zucchini and vegetable side dish

(2 ratings)
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Blue Ribbon Recipe by
Mary Claggett
@britedaze
Red Lion, PA

We have a garden every year and we love the fresh veggies. I think I have made zucchini dishes in every way imaginable and still find more each year. This one is quick and easy while the chicken or other meat is on the grill.

Blue Ribbon Recipe

This zucchini and vegetable side dish sounds straightforward but there is a secret ingredient that makes it hearty. Fresh tomatoes and zucchini are cooked with onions and garlic that enhance the flavor of the fresh vegetables. A very small amount of cooked macaroni adds heartiness and is unexpected. Chopped parsley adds a fresh, earthy flavor to the side dish. This would be delicious alongside grilled chicken.

— The Test Kitchen @kitchencrew
(2 ratings)
yield 4 +
prep time 15 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For zucchini and vegetable side dish

  • 1/2 c
    macaroni, dry
  • 1/2 lg
    sweet onion, chopped
  • 4 Tbsp
    extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1 md
    zucchini, chopped
  • 3 - 4 md
    tomatoes, cut into quarters
  • 2 Tbsp
    chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tsp
    salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    black pepper

How To Make zucchini and vegetable side dish

  • Boil the macaroni noodles to al dente.
    1
    Boil the macaroni noodles to al dente.
  • Saute onion in olive oil until translucent.
    2
    Saute onion in olive oil until translucent.
  • Saute onions and garlic.
    3
    Add minced garlic and saute.
  • Add zucchini, tomatoes, fresh parsley, salt, and pepper.
    4
    Add zucchini, tomatoes, fresh parsley, salt, and pepper.
  • Cover and simmer until the vegetables are tender.
    5
    Cover and simmer until the vegetables are tender.
  • Once the vegetables are tender, stir in the cooked macaroni.
    6
    Once the vegetables are tender, stir in the cooked macaroni.
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