Best Zucchini Yellow Squash With Sun Dried Tomatoes Recipes

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STEAMED SQUASH MEDLEY WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES



Steamed Squash Medley with Sun-Dried Tomatoes image

I invented this recipe on vacation when the produce stands were overflowing with young, tender zucchini and yellow squash. The secret is the sun-dried tomatoes. Enjoy!

Provided by Kate Holmgreen

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 dehydrated sun-dried tomatoes
2 cups boiling water
6 small zucchini, sliced
6 small yellow squash, sliced
1 sweet onion, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon white sugar
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Place the sun-dried tomatoes in a bowl with the boiling water, and allow to sit 10 minutes. Remove tomatoes with a slotted spoon, and coarsely chop. Reserve the water.
  • Transfer the reserved sun-dried tomato water to a saucepan, and bring to a boil. Place the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, zucchini, squash, and onion in a steamer basket, and set over the boiling water. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 15 minutes, or until vegetables are tender. Discard water.
  • Transfer the steamed vegetables to a bowl, and mix with butter, sugar, pepper, and salt to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 85.4 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

OLIVE AND SUN-DRIED TOMATO VEGETABLES



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 16m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup olive oil, plus 3 tablespoons
5 oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and finely chopped
2 tablespoons pitted small black olives, such as kalamata, halved
2 tablespoons halved pitted green olives
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
Kosher salt for seasoning, plus 1/2 teaspoon
Freshly ground black pepper
3 shallots, thinly sliced
1 zucchini, ends trimmed and discarded, cut into 1/2-inch rounds
1 yellow summer squash, ends trimmed and discarded, cut into 1/2-inch rounds
1 small red bell pepper, cored, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch strips

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup olive oil, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • In a medium skillet, heat remaining 3 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat. Add the shallots and cook until translucent and tender, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add the zucchini, yellow squash, red bell pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring frequently, for 6 to 8 minutes until the vegetables are tender. Add the warm vegetables to the oil mixture and toss until coated.
  • Transfer the vegetables to a serving bowl. Serve immediately.

SUMMER SQUASH AND ZUCCHINI SIDE DISH



Summer Squash and Zucchini Side Dish image

I'm trying to cut my risk for cardiac disease by changing the way I eat. This colorful sauteed zucchini and squash side dish is packed with as much nutrition as fresh-picked flavor! -Marlene Agnelly, Ocean Springs, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 yellow summer squash, quartered and sliced
1 medium zucchini, quartered and sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt-free spicy seasoning blend
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 medium tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the yellow squash, zucchini, onion and red pepper in oil for 5 minutes. Add garlic and seasonings; saute 2-3 minutes longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Stir in tomato; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 53 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 104mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SAUTEED ZUCCHINI WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES



Sauteed Zucchini With Sun-Dried Tomatoes image

A great side dish to pair up with beef, chicken or fish. Love the flavors in this dish - simple but full of flavor. I did add a clove of garlic to the original recipe just because I thought it would really give it a great background flavor. Tried and posted for ZWT7.

Provided by HokiesMom

Categories     Vegetable

Time 22m

Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 lbs zucchini (about 4 medium/6 small)
4 large sun-dried tomatoes
1 small onion, finely diced
1 garlic clove, minced
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Wash the zucchini using a brush to gently scrub the zucchini and then pat dry with a kitchen towel. Cut off the stems and cut each zucchini in 3 or 4 pieces; then cut each piece lengthwise into 6 wedges. Set to the side.
  • Chop the dried tomatoes and set to the side.
  • In a large sauté pan, over medium heat, place 4 tablespoons of oil and the diced onion. Cook over a medium heat until the sliced onions are translucent, for about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the minced garlic and sauté an additional 1 minute.
  • Add the dried tomato and sauté for additional 2 minutes.
  • Add the zucchini, salt and pepper to taste, then cover with a tight lid and simmer for additional 5 minutes or until tender but firm.
  • Using a slatted spoon transfer the zucchini into a large dish and serve while hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.6, Fat 14.1, SaturatedFat 2, Sodium 56.6, Carbohydrate 8.3, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 5.8, Protein 2.6

ZUCCHINI & YELLOW SQUASH WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES



Zucchini & Yellow Squash with Sun-dried Tomatoes image

Absolutely wonderful blend of flavors. Even the 10 year old gave these a try and enjoyed the taste. Prep time includes the soaking of the tomatoes for 30 minutes.

Provided by Chippie1

Categories     Onions

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

10 sun-dried tomatoes, dried or 10 sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil
3/4 cup warm water
1/4 cup chicken broth
5 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, finely sliced
5 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
2 yellow squash, cut into thin strips
2 zucchini, cut into thin strips
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Slice the tomatoes into thin strips.
  • Place in a bowl with the warm water and allow to stand for 30 minutes.
  • In a large frying pan heat the oil and stir in the onion.
  • Cook over low heat until it softens but does not brown.
  • Stir in the garlic, squash,& zucchini.
  • Cook for about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomatoes, their soaking liquid, and the chicken broth.
  • Season with salt& pepper.
  • Raise the heat slightly and cook until the veggies are just tender.
  • Serve hot or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.2, Fat 17.5, SaturatedFat 2.5, Sodium 175, Carbohydrate 14.4, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 7, Protein 4

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