Sweet & Sour Red Squash With Mint
Description
This Mediterranean side-dish features Banana squash, Extra-virgin olive oil, Garlic; peeled and. It delivers aromatic, well-seasoned taste. A reliable recipe that works well for everyday cooking. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.Ingredients
Directions
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lightly crushed 1/4 c Mint leaves; coarse
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chop 1/4 c Red wine vinegar 1/4 c Sugar Salt & pepper to taste This should
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marinate for several hours before serving.
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It lasts for several days refrigerated.
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Cut squash across into 3-inch-wide lengths.
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Use a vegetable peeler to remove the peel.
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Cut each piece crosswise into slices that a little over 1/4-inch thick.
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Place the olive oil and garlic cloves in a medium saute pan.
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Saute the garlic over low heat until it turns a golden brown.
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Discard the garlic.
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Cook the squash in the oil on both sides until they blister and turn golden brown.
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Cook the squash in batches, one layer at a time and without crowding the pan.
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Use a thin wooden skewer to check for tenderness.
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The squash slices should be tender but hold their shape.
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As each batch is cooked, transfer the slices to a platter.
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When all the squash is cooked, sprinkle the chopped mint over the top.
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Add to the remaining olive oil in the pan the vinegar, sugar, and salt and pepper to taste.
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Stir well and raise the heat to high.
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Let the mixture boil until it thickens slightly.
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Pour the hot liquid over the squash slices.
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Let cool.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 166.6kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15.2g24%
- Saturated Fat 2.1g11%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 3.9mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 8.0g3%
- Dietary Fiber 1.4g6%
- Sugars 3.3g
- Protein 1.3g3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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