This quick squash sauté is a brilliant, low-effort way to highlight the natural sweetness of summer vegetables. By combining yellow squash and zucchini, you get a beautiful color contrast and a satisfying texture thatâÂÂs tender but not mushy. The simple seasoning of dried basil, salt, and pepper allows the fresh flavors to shine, while a light coating of cooking spray keeps it healthy. ItâÂÂs the perfect companion to grilled meats, pastas, or roasted chicken. Ready in under thirty minutes, this dish brings a touch of Italian freshness to your everyday weeknight dinner table without any fuss.
Squash Saute (Quick)
Description
This quick squash sauté is a brilliant, low-effort way to highlight the natural sweetness of summer vegetables. By combining yellow squash and zucchini, you get a beautiful color contrast and a satisfying texture thatâÂÂs tender but not mushy. The simple seasoning of dried basil, salt, and pepper allows the fresh flavors to shine, while a light coating of cooking spray keeps it healthy. ItâÂÂs the perfect companion to grilled meats, pastas, or roasted chicken. Ready in under thirty minutes, this dish brings a touch of Italian freshness to your everyday weeknight dinner table without any fuss.Ingredients
Directions
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Coat a large nonstick skillet with vegetable cooking spray and place over medium-high heat until hot.
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Add the sliced yellow squash and zucchini to the skillet.
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Sauté for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp.
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Remove the skillet from the heat.
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Sprinkle the dried basil, salt, and pepper over the squash and toss gently to combine.
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Transfer to serving plates and top with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 85.6kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 2.9g5%
- Saturated Fat 1.5g8%
- Cholesterol 6.6mg3%
- Sodium 738.3mg31%
- Total Carbohydrate 11.6g4%
- Dietary Fiber 2.7g11%
- Sugars 6.1g
- Protein 5.3g11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For a fresher flavor profile, substitute 1 teaspoon of chopped fresh basil for the dried basil.
Ensure your skillet is fully heated before adding the squash to achieve a nice sear rather than steaming the vegetables.
This dish is best served immediately while hot. If storing leftovers, keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet to maintain texture.
You can add minced garlic during the last minute of cooking for an extra aromatic kick.
