Start by washing the zucchini thoroughly, then slice it into half-moons about ½ inch thick. Clean your choice of mushrooms and slice them evenly. Gather all your ingredients, including minced garlic and soy sauce, for cooking.

In a large skillet, pour in olive oil and heat it over medium heat until it shimmers, which should take about 1-2 minutes.

Add the minced garlic to the hot skillet and sauté it for about 1 minute until fragrant and lightly golden.

Toss the sliced zucchini into the skillet, spreading them in an even layer. Allow them to cook for approximately 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Stir in the sliced mushrooms along with the soy sauce. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the mushrooms are tender.

Remove the skillet from heat and serve the dish, garnishing with fresh herbs or grated cheese for extra flavor.