Sauteed squash and zucchini is a quick and easy recipe made with just a few ingredients including butter, onion, garlic, squash, salt, pepper, and Italian herbs. This is such a healthy recipe; it can be made for a meal or a snack anytime and it takes less than 30 minutes.
1. Sauteed Squash And Zucchini Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
- 1 small sweet onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 summer squash, halved and cut into half-moons
- 1 zucchini squash, halved and cut into half-moons
- 1 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian herbs
Instructions
In a large skillet, melt the butter or heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the sliced summer squash and zucchini to the pan. Season with the sea salt, black pepper, and Italian herbs.
Sauté the vegetables for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender-crisp. Be careful not to overcook.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt and pepper to your preference.
Serve the sauteed squash and zucchini warm, as a side dish or incorporated into other recipes.
2. Frequently Asked Questions
Are Zucchini & Squash the Same Thing?
As the saying goes, all zucchini are squash but not all squash are zucchini. What this means is, that squash is actually a variant of zucchini. The traditional zucchini is a deep green color and looks similar to a cucumber.
Squash is actually in the gourd family and has a hard yellow outer skin. But it is okay to substitute one for the other since the taste is not much different.
Can I Eat Squash or Zucchini Raw?
Absolutely! Both of these veggies can be eaten raw, but a zucchini tends to be a little bitter. Some types of squash may not be good raw like butternut or acorn squash because they are hard and not very good unless they are cooked. But really, any of these varieties can be eaten raw.
Are Zucchini & Squash Good For You?
One of the best things about this recipe is how many vitamins and minerals you get from it. Just one cup of cooked zucchini has one gram of protein and less than one gram of fat. It also includes vitamin A, vitamin C, thiamine, phosphorus, copper, folate, vitamin K, magnesium, potassium, and manganese. Squash has all that as well as antioxidants and riboflavin.
With this fantastic recipe, you can have your lunch or dinner on the table in about 20 minutes. It makes a great summer picnic side dish as well and can be mixed with any kind of meat or other veggies to make a more substantial meal.
