Description
Enjoy a burst of summer flavors with this easy Summer Squash Sauté. This vibrant dish features fresh yellow squash, zucchini, and juicy grape tomatoes, making it a perfect addition to any meal. Ready in just 11 minutes, it’s ideal for quick weeknight dinners or as a colorful side at gatherings. You can customize this sauté by adding your favorite herbs or tossing it with pasta for a delightful main course. Packed with vitamins and freshness, this nutritious dish will impress both family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- Heat 1.5 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chopped yellow squash and zucchini; cook for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally until they soften.
- Stir in chopped garlic and grape tomatoes; continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are crisp-tender and tomatoes are slightly bursting.
- Season with kosher salt and crushed red pepper to taste. Optionally, sprinkle with shredded Parmesan cheese and drizzle with basil vinaigrette before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use fresh vegetables for the best flavor. Feel free to substitute or add other seasonal vegetables like bell peppers or asparagus. Serve over quinoa or rice for added nutrition.