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zucchini with heavy cream sauce

Zucchini Sauce with Heavy Cream

Author: Laura Bais
This Creamy Zucchini Sauce with Heavy Cream is a fantastic addition to any meal. It's rich, flavorful, and so easy to make. Whether you’re serving it over pasta or alongside your favorite main course, this sauce is sure to impress. Try it out for your next family dinner—it’s a winner!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American, European
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • 1 Saucepan
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Sharp Knife
  • 1 Wooden spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves finely chopped
  • 2 pounds zucchini diced (900 grams)
  • ¾ cup heavy cream 200 ml
  • tsp salt
  • tsp turmeric
  • A pinch of black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Finely chop the garlic or grate it.
  • Wash the zucchini thoroughly and dice it into small cubes.
  • Heat olive oil in a deep skillet over medium heat and add the garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute.
  • Add the diced zucchini to the skillet, season with salt, and stir well. Let the zucchini cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Pour in the heavy cream, add the turmeric and black pepper, and stir everything together. Let it cook for another 2 minutes to let the flavors meld.
  • Serve hot alongside your favorite main dish, or over pasta or rice. Enjoy!
Keyword creamy zucchini sauce, zucchin side dish idea