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Summer Squash Sauté


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A quick and flavorful dish featuring sautéed summer squash and zucchini, perfect for a light meal or side dish.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large yellow squash (chopped)
  • 1 large zucchini (chopped)
  • 3 cloves garlic (chopped)
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes
  • Kosher salt (to taste)
  • Dash crushed red pepper
  • 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • Basil vinaigrette (for drizzling, optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add chopped yellow squash and zucchini; cook for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally until they start to soften.
  3. Stir in chopped garlic and grape tomatoes; cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender and tomatoes begin to burst.
  4. Season with kosher salt and crushed red pepper. Optionally, sprinkle with shredded Parmesan cheese and drizzle with basil vinaigrette before serving.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, omit the Parmesan cheese.
  • Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Vegetable Side Dish
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 3mg