Sautéed Zucchini and Carrot Ribbons with Lemon and Thyme

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-04 · Updated 2026-07-04

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Lightly sautéed zucchini and carrot ribbons tossed with fresh lemon juice and thyme, an elegant and fresh Whole30 side dish. This Mediterranean-inspired Whole30 recipe (gluten free), ready in about 15 minutes, pairs medium zucchini, large carrots, extra virgin olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 70 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

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Prep: 10 min Cook: 5 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 70 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2, peeled into ribbons medium zucchini
2, peeled into ribbons large carrots
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
1 tbsp, freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Using a vegetable peeler, peel 2 medium zucchini and 2 large carrots into thin ribbons and set aside.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering, about 1 minute.
Step 3: Add the zucchini and carrot ribbons to the skillet along with 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, stirring gently. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the ribbons soften but still retain some bite.
Step 4: Remove from heat and immediately toss with 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper, stirring to combine and brighten the flavors.
Step 5: Serve warm or at room temperature as a refreshing, colorful side dish.