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Summer Squash Recipes

Are you looking for summer squash recipes? If so, then today is your lucky day because I have an easy Summer Squash Sauté recipe for you. Our garden is overflowing with yellow squash and zucchini so I decided to put it to good use and make a simple summer squash sauté. This easy side dish goes great with any meal and only takes a few minutes to make. It is going to be one of your go to side dishes. Our family loves it and I think you will too!

Easy Summer Side Dish



This easy one skillet Summer Squash Sauté is made with yellow squash, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. It is the perfect recipe for using up the end of the summer garden squash.

Yield           : Serves 4-6
Prep Time   : 5 minutes
Cook Time  : 6 minutes
Total Time  : 11 minutes

Ingredients:
  • 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


Directions:
  1.  Heat olive oil in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add yellow squash and zucchini and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Add in the garlic and tomatoes and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, gently stirring, or until vegetables are crisp-tender and tomatoes are about ready to burst.
  3. Season with salt and crushed red pepper. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, if using, and drizzle with basil vinaigrette, if using. Serve immediately.