Sauteed Zucchini With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic and Basil

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 medium zucchini, cut in half lengthwise then cut into half moon slices
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 3/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Heat a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat; add the olive oil, swirling to coat the pan. Add zucchini; cook, stirring often, until slightly browned, about 2 minutes.
2. Add the garlic; cook, stirring, until just fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the tomatoes; stir until softened, about 1 minute. Stir in the basil, salt and pepper to taste.