Best Fast Summer Squash Saute Recipes

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EASY SAUTéED SQUASH



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This sautéed squash is a quick dish and the perfect veggie addition to any summertime meal! It's healthy, tastes yummy, and cooks in less than 10 minutes!

Provided by Christina

Categories     Side

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tbsp olive or avocado oil
4 medium yellow squash (diced)
1/2 white or yellow onion (diced)
1 tsp dried basil
1 tsp salt
1 tsp garlic powder

Steps:

  • Add oil to a skillet on medium heat.
  • Once oil is hot add diced squash and onion to skillet. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes without stirring. This will get you that bit of browning we want. Then stir.
  • Season with salt, garlic powder, and basil.
  • Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for another 5 to 8 minutes or until squash is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 391 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SQUASH SAUTE



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Wonderful Italian seasonings blend perfectly in this yummy and versatile squash side dish. -Vicki Schurk, Hamden, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup sliced zucchini
1 cup sliced yellow summer squash
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash garlic powder
Dash pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the zucchini, squash and onion in oil for 4-6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add the remaining ingredients; cook 1 minute longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 37 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 155mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SAUTEED SUMMER SQUASH SIDE DISH



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This is a quick and easy side dish that goes perfectly with meats, pastas, and fish. It is a saute of zucchini and summer squash.

Provided by Sarah

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 bunch scallions, diced
1 teaspoon minced garlic, or more to taste
1 zucchini, sliced 1/4-inch thick, or more to taste
1 summer squash, sliced 1/4-inch thick, or more to taste
4 pinches dried Italian seasoning, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil over medium heat in a medium-sized skillet, about 1 minute. Add scallions and garlic; saute in the hot oil until tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Add zucchini and squash; season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Saute until squash is tender, 8 to 12 minutes.
  • Divide mixture evenly among plates. Garnish with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 52.1 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

QUICK SAUTEED SUMMER SQUASH



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If you want a quick, flavorful, yellow squash side dish, this is it! Takes a few minutes and is not your Momma's mushy stewed squash! Everyone who complains about summer squash LOVES this!

Provided by Jennifer McLemore

Categories     Vegetables

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 large summer squash
2 large carrot
1 large sweet onion
3-4 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
2 Tbsp olive oil
1-2 tsp lawreys seasoning salt
1 tsp cracked black pepper
1 dash(es) garlic powder

Steps:

  • 1. Slice Yellow Squash and onion in 1/2 slices and halve
  • 2. Use a mandolin and slice carrot in thin slices
  • 3. Mix all veggies together and add spices.
  • 4. Heat olive oil in skillet ( I use a copper wok on a gas range)
  • 5. When very hot, add veggie mixture and pan fry til brown but not soft. Add balsamic vinegar and keep tossing til tender but not mushy.
  • 6. Add vinegar, salt, garlic powder and pepper until desired flavor

SAUTéED SUMMER SQUASH WITH RED PEPPER AND ONION



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This is the time of year when, no matter what part of the country you live in, tables at farmers' markets are piled high with summer squash, mounds of it: yellow, light green and dark, round and long. This is a vegetable that expresses itself well in a wide range of dishes; just about every cuisine in the world knows how to show it off. It's an excellent low-calorie food, with only 19 calories per cup of raw squash. This dish is great on its own as a side dish, but it can also be incorporated into many other recipes.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Time 20m

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 medium onion, chopped (about 1 cup chopped)
2 plump garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 pounds summer squash, cut in 1/2-inch dice
1 small red pepper, cut in 1/4-inch dice
Salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat and add the onion. Cook, stirring often, until tender, 5 to 8 minutes, and add the garlic, summer squash, red pepper, and about 3/4 teaspoon salt. Turn the heat to medium-high and cook, stirring, until the squash is translucent and the red pepper tender, about 10 minutes. Add freshly ground pepper, taste and adjust salt. Stir in the parsley and remove from the heat. Serve as a side dish, or use as a filling for a vegetable tart, gratin, or frittata.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 51, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 248 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

HOW TO COOK YELLOW SQUASH (4 EASY WAYS)



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Yellow squash is an easy, healthy summer veggie side dish that can be roasted, grilled, sautéed, or even fried in the air fryer!

Provided by Erica Walker

Categories     Side Dish

Time 22m

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 yellow squash ((medium-sized))
3 tablespoons butter ((or olive oil))
Kosher salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste
Additional Toppings ((optional, see ideas above))

Steps:

  • Wash and dry squash and cut into 1/2" slices. Choose a method below to prepare.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 53 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SAUTEED SUMMER SQUASH WITH BASIL



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 pounds young fresh summer squash
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
3 tablespoons fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Cut the squash in thick slices. Heat the oil in a large skillet and saute the squash over high heat so that it is golden brown on both sides, but not overcooked. It should still be slightly crunchy. Remove with a slotted spoon as the pieces are cooked and place them in a serving bowl.
  • Add the garlic to skillet, cook until golden. Add with oil left in pan to the squash. Season with salt and pepper, sprinkle with basil and toss. Serve hot or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 120, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 427 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

QUICK SUMMER SQUASH MEDLEY



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"This dish is delicious as a side, but you can also add some cooked chicken or turkey sausage and serve it over rice for a complete meal." Jennifer Leighty - West Salem, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large sweet onion, chopped
1 medium yellow summer squash, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
2 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, saute the onion, squash and green pepper in oil until crisp-tender. Add the garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper and pepper flakes if desired; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 403mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FLAVORFUL SUMMER SQUASH



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Andrea Yacyk of Brigantine, New Jersey flavors sauteed squash with garlic, red onion and dried herbs for garden-fresh goodness. Sprinkled with cheese, it makes a bright side dish that's quick to fix and delicious to taste.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 medium yellow summer squash, sliced
2 medium zucchini, sliced
1 medium red onion, sliced and separated into rings
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, saute the yellow squash, zucchini, onion and garlic in oil until crisp-tender, stirring occasionally., Stir in the parsley, basil, oregano, thyme and salt. Remove from the heat. Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 147mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SAUTEED SUMMER SQUASH WITH PARMESAN



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A simple yet delicious recipe to use with fresh grown garden squash! I have been growing my own squash and making this side dish for years.

Provided by KGora

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Summer Squash

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 medium yellow summer squash
1 small onion
1 tablespoon butter
½ tablespoon canola oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste
4 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese, divided, or to taste

Steps:

  • Slice squash and onion to 3/16-inch thickness using a mandolin.
  • Melt butter and canola oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Add squash and onion to the hot pan and season with salt and pepper. Saute until vegetables begin to soften, about 10 minutes. Sprinkle with 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, reduce heat to low, and continue cooking for 5 minutes.
  • Remove skillet from heat and sprinkle with additional tablespoon Parmesan cheese prior to serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87.3 calories, Carbohydrate 5.8 g, Cholesterol 11.2 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 146.7 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

SUMMER SQUASH SAUTE



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My mother used to whip this up for a quick summer side dish. Great with all the bounty from my dad's garden. Very easy and delicious.

Provided by greyghost

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 -2 yellow squash, sliced thick
1 onion, sliced
1 tomatoes, cut in chunks
2 -3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt

Steps:

  • Saute squash and onion in butter until LIGHTLY browned.
  • Add tomato, parmesan cheese, and garlic salt.
  • Cover and cook until tender about 5 mins.
  • (Longer depending on how tender vegetables are desired) Can always add more of anything- squash, tomato, cheese or butter depending on taste.

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