How To Cook Yellow Squash
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How To Cook Yellow Squash
Description
Yellow squash is washed, dried, and cut into half-inch slices or chunks to prepare for cooking. Several methods are available: roasting or baking at 400°F with olive oil and salt until tender; sautéing in butter over medium-high heat until soft; grilling brushed with butter or oil; or air frying at 375°F with oil and salt for a crisp exterior. Boiling and steaming are alternatives to gently cook the squash while retaining moisture.
The squash has a tender texture with a delicate sweet flavor that is enhanced by simple seasoning. Adding toppings such as seasoned panko breadcrumbs, flaked parmesan cheese, or grill seasoning can provide contrasting textures and complementary tastes, making the dish more interesting.
These cooking options allow flexibility to match available equipment and personal preferences. Flavor enhancements like cheese or seasoned crumbs can be added before or after cooking depending on the method.
The notes provide detailed preparation tips for boiling and steaming methods, along with suggestions for various toppings to vary the flavor experience beyond simple salt and pepper seasoning.
Ingredients
- 4 yellow squash (medium-sized)
- 3 tablespoons butter (or olive oil)
- kosher salt to taste
- black pepper to taste, freshly ground
- Additional Toppings (optional, see ideas above)
Instructions
- Wash and dry squash and cut into 1/2" slices. Choose a method to prepare. *See boiling and steaming instructions in the notes below
To Roast (or Bake):
- Brush with olive oil and season with salt. Bake at 400-degrees for 20-25 minutes or until tender.
To Sauté:
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat and add squash slices. Sauté for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Season with salt and pepper.
To Grill:
- Brush with butter or oil grill for 5 minutes per side or until tender. Season with salt with each turn.
To Air Fry:
- Brush with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Air fry at 375-degrees for 8 minutes, flipping half-way through. Season more after flipping if needed.
Notes
- Boil sliced squash in salted water for 5-7 minutes until tender but not mushy, then drain and season as desired.
- To steam, microwave sliced squash covered with a bit of water for 3-5 minutes or use a stovetop steamer for 5-7 minutes, seasoning after cooking.
- Enhance flavor by adding toppings like seasoned panko breadcrumbs, flaked parmesan cheese, or grill seasoning either before or after cooking depending on the method.
- Simple salt and pepper seasoning is effective to highlight the squash’s natural flavor if preferred.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 71 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 71kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 53mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 344mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 436IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 22mg | 24% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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