There used to be a “seasonal side” of Zucchini & Tomatoes at the Bone Fish Grill. It was always one of my favorites! The combination of fresh summer vegetables; Roma tomatoes, zucchini, and onions, all sauteed with butter and olive oil, and served with fresh basil leaves and shredded parmesan cheese for the perfect amount of Italian seasoning. This is one delicious side dish, my friends!
I loved them so much, that I decided I needed to learn to make this zucchini side dish at home. This zucchini and tomatoes recipe has been on my website since 2014. When the end of the summer months roll around, I can always count on getting asked that age-old question “do you want any zucchini?”
August 8th is actually deemed “Sneak a Zucchini on your neighbor’s Porch Day.” Did you know that? Makes sense, because this time of the year our own gardens and our farmer’s markets are bursting with fresh zucchini!
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I love to find new ways to use these healthy squash. In fact, I have a whole recipe post dedicated to lots of sweet and savory recipes that use zucchini!
This particular recipe is not only Keto friendly, it is low carb, low in calories and packs 2 grams of fiber per serving. You can see the rest of the nutritional information in the recipe card below.
INGREDIENTS IN SAUTEED ZUCCHINI & TOMATOES
This easy recipe contains only a handful of ingredients and simple seasonings. For exact measurements and cooking times, scroll to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- green zucchini – I typically grab the small zucchini for this recipe. Save the big ones for grating into zucchini bread.
- tomatoes – any kind of tomatoes will work. Just make sure they are nice and ripe. Roma, vine tomatoes, and even cherry tomatoes are perfect.
- sweet onion – I prefer the mellow taste of the sweet onion for this recipe.
- olive oil and butter – for sauteeing
- Parmesan cheese – you can buy the pre-shredded but I prefer to shred my own.
- fresh basil – you could substitute dried basil, but nothing beats fresh herbs!
- salt and black pepper – to taste.
HOW TO MAKE ZUCCHINI & TOMATOES
This great side dish is all made right in one skillet! Fewer dishes? Count me in!
PREP
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add butter and oil.
SAUTÈ
Add zucchini slices, onion, and tomatoes, and sautè for about 5-8 minutes.
Until the zucchini is your desired tenderness.
STIR
Remove from heat. Add in basil, salt, and fresh ground pepper. Stir to combine.
TOP
Pour into a serving dish, and top with Parmesan cheese.
SERVE
Serve hot, with more cheese if desired.
tip: Or skip the casserole dish and serve it right out of the hot skillet.
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MORE ZUCCHINI RECIPES TO LOVE
If you are one of the lucky ones with a garden full of zucchini – or maybe a sweet neighbor that keeps leaving them on your porch – here are some more of my favorite ways to use them:
- Italian Style Baked Zucchini Chips (pictured above)
- Grandma’s Zucchini Bread
- Taco Zucchini Boats
- Zucchini Lasagna Roll-Ups
- Frosted Zucchini Brownies
- Pumpkin Zucchini Streusel Bread
I love copycat recipes… that way I can have my favorite dine-out restaurant, like this Bone Fish Grill recipe, right in my own kitchen! Check out all of my Restaurant Copy Cat Recipes before you go!
If you love cooking with fresh tomatoes this time of year like we do, here are some good recipes to try: Fresh Pico de Gallo, Caprese Salad, and BLT Pasta Salad.
Your whole family is sure to enjoy this zucchini recipe!
Here is the full recipe:
Zucchini & Tomatoes
Fresh tomatoes and Zucchini with onion and basil make a perfect light & fresh summer (or anytime) side dish! A Bone Fish Grill Copy Cat Recipe.
Ingredients
- 2 small green zucchini, halved length wise and sliced into half-moons
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced in large pieces
- 1 small sweet onion, diced in large pieces
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons butter
- 4 Tablespoons fresh Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh basil, chopped
- Fresh cracked black pepper and salt, to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter and heat oil.
- Add zucchini, onion and tomatoes, and sautè for about 5-8 minutes, or until veggies are desired tenderness.
- Add basil, salt and pepper, stir.
- Pour into a serving dish. Top with shredded Parmesan cheese.
- Serve hot, with more cheese if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 153Total Fat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 304mgCarbohydrates: 12gFiber: 2gSugar: 7gProtein: 4g
Nutrition isn't always accurate.
This recipe was originally posted on July 21, 2014. It has been updated to improve user experience and reshared on August 8, 2022.
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Debi @ Life Currents says
This looks awesome! I’d love to have this with dinner this week. I have tomatoes in the garden, all I have to do is get the neighbor to give me a couple zukes! Thanks for the recipe. 🙂
Nicole Neverman says
This sounds fantastic Michaela! I’d love to try this 🙂
Lisa@Lisa's Dinnertime Dish says
This looks so good! I love the combination of flavors! Pinning!
Linda at Meal Planning Maven says
I just love the simplicity of this dish! And with our long hot Florida summers, I know I will be trying it soon! Thank you for another amazing recipe!
Sandra - The Foodie Affair says
Fresh zucchini is the best! I can never eat enough. I love the Italian seasonings you added. What a tasty combinstion!
Lori Who Needs A Cape? says
Yum, so fresh, love the combo!
Heidy L. McCallum says
Zucchini & Tomatoes are growing like crazy in my garden! Thank you for sharing this recipe! I have not been able to figure out enough ways to use them so the family won’t go crazy eating the same thing! Your Zucchini & Tomatoes recipe sounds fairly simple and easy!
Aunt Bee says
Zucchini and tomatoes are 2 of my favorite veggies!! I can’t wait to try this! Love the parmesan cheese on top too! <3
Angela says
This is such a great way to use up all the garden zucchini we’ve got growing! thanks for sharing!
Joanne T Ferguson says
G’day! Your zucchini looks very healthy indeed!
Cheers! Joanne @ What’s On The List
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Trevor says
People write such twaddle on these recipe sites :
It looks nice, I must try it, I have a glut of tomatoes, my husband will love it.
No-one ever tries the recipe !
I have cooked it 🙂
After 5 minutes everything was rather solid, so I gave it 7 minutes.
It can take quite a lot of fresh basil.
It was a tasty side dish and I will cook it again
Carol H says
This was super! I only had one zucchini, so cut everything down accordingly. It was just the right amount for 2 people. Instead of fresh tomatoes, I had half a can of diced tomatoes to use up.
Michaela Kenkel says
YUM!! Happy that you liked it!
Becky says
My mom used to make this a lot in summer. She also served it as a side dish, but I sometimes ate a big bowl with a thick slice of bakery bread for lunch. I’ve been craving it and wanted some idea of proportions. Thank you! As I remember, it re-heats well, and even freezes ok. I’m going to make a batch this afternoon.
Michaela Kenkel says
I hope you love it!! It’s a favorite of mine!
Suja MD says
We really like this recipe. Never knew it was this easy to make. Will be trying without further delay!
Beth says
This is one of the best zucchini recipes I’ve ever made. I paired it with some baked chicken with orange glaze, and it was absolutely amazing.
Amanda Wren-Grimwood says
Perfect side dish for the summer. I have a garden full of tomatoes and zucchini and this recipe is so simple and perfect.
Andrea says
We’ve got a ton of tomatoes and zucchini in the garden to eat. Thanks for the recipe!
Cathleen says
This recipe is so perfect for the summer!! I am always buying way too many zucchinis and never know what to do with them! This is so good, thanks so much for sharing 🙂
Cam says
This may be my new favorite side dish ever!! The vegetables were so fresh and delicious and had so much flavor. They were so easy to make!
Sisley White says
We have so many courgettes growing in the garden this summer and I was wondering what to do with them. So many ideas and I can’t wait to try them with tomatoes.
Amy says
I’m going to be eating this side dish the rest of the summer long! It’s so good and the perfect way to use up my bounty from the garden!
Holley says
This is my new favorite side dish! Super delicious!
Elizabeth says
The pictures look so appetizing. I will be trying this with my family. Thanks for sharing!