Sherri's Squash Saute

Bright, fresh, and bursting with garden flavors, Sherri's Squash Sauté is a quick and healthy side dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or summer gatherings. Featuring tender slices of zucchini and yellow squash sautéed to perfection with aromatic garlic and sweet red onion, this dish is elevated with the earthy fragrance of fresh thyme and parsley. A splash of lemon juice adds a delightful tang, rounding out the flavors beautifully. Ready in just 22 minutes, this gluten-free, vegetarian recipe is as versatile as it is delicious—serve it alongside your favorite proteins or over fluffy cooked grains for a light, nourishing meal. Perfect for making use of summer squash, Sherri’s Squash Sauté will steal the spotlight at your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:22 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium zucchini
• 2 medium yellow squash
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 large garlic cloves
• 1 small red onion
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the zucchini and yellow squash. Slice both into thin rounds, about 1/4-inch thick.

Step 2

Peel and mince the garlic cloves. Thinly slice the red onion.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the red onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and slightly translucent.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the sliced zucchini and yellow squash to the skillet, spreading them out evenly. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.

Step 7

Cook, stirring occasionally, for 6-8 minutes, or until the squash is tender but still slightly crisp.

Step 8

Sprinkle the fresh thyme leaves over the squash and stir to combine. Continue cooking for 1 more minute to infuse the flavors.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the lemon juice and chopped fresh parsley.

Step 10

Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 11

Serve warm as a side dish or over cooked grains for a light and healthy main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(974.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	544.5

Total Fat 30.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4928.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 63.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.1g	0%
Total Sugars 43.9g
Protein 10.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 214.7mg	0%
Iron 4.2mg	0%
Potassium 2059.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.2%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 44.2%