Skillet Squash Medley
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4.5
Skillet Squash Medley
Description
The recipe uses olive oil to gently sauté finely minced garlic and chopped onion until translucent and aromatic. Adding slices of zucchini and yellow squash, the vegetables cook just enough to become tender while maintaining texture. Chopped ripe tomatoes break down slightly during the final minutes, creating a subtle saucy base mixed with the cooking juices.
Finishing by tossing in freshly grated Parmesan cheese adds a salty, creamy layer that complements the vegetable flavors. The dish delivers a balance of mild sweetness from the squash, sharpness from the garlic and onion, and umami from the cheese. The medley cooks quickly on the stovetop, preserving the freshness and color of the squash.
Skillet Squash Medley makes a versatile side dish suitable for pairing with fish, chicken, or grilled meats. It can also be enjoyed as part of a vegetarian meal or tossed into pasta. Serving immediately preserves its bright flavors and tender texture.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup onion yellow or red, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic finely minced
- 3 medium zucchini sliced about 1/8 to 1/4-inch thick, in rounds or half moons
- 3 medium yellow squash sliced about 1/8 to 1/4-inch thick, in rounds or half moons
- 2-3 tomatoes chopped, ripe
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
Instructions
- In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, sauté the garlic and onion in the olive oil until the onions being to turn translucent, stirring constantly so the garlic doesn’t burn, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the zucchini and squash, tossing well with the olive oil mixture. Sauté over medium heat for 3-4 minutes. Add the chopped tomatoes. Continue cooking and stirring until the zucchini and squash are tender and the tomatoes have broken down, about another 2 minutes.
- Toss the hot mixture with the parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 110 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 Serving | |
| Calories | 110kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 4mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 114mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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