Winooski River Summer Vegetable Melange

Capture the essence of summer with the Winooski River Summer Vegetable Mélange, a vibrant medley of fresh, seasonal produce bursting with flavor and color. Featuring tender zucchini and yellow squash, juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet corn kernels, and a hint of garlic, this dish is lightly sautéed to perfection in fragrant olive oil. Finished with a zesty splash of lemon juice, aromatic basil, and the optional kick of red pepper flakes, this versatile recipe is a stunning side dish or light vegetarian main course. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s the ideal way to celebrate the bounty of summer and impress at your next gathering. Perfectly suited for those seeking simple, wholesome flavors, this recipe is a true tribute to farm-to-table dining.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium zucchini
• 2 medium yellow squash
• 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup sweet corn kernels
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 2 cloves garlic
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 cup fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and prepare your vegetables: slice the zucchini and yellow squash into half-moons about 1/4-inch thick, halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the red bell pepper, and mince the garlic.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 4

Add the zucchini, yellow squash, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are slightly tender but still vibrant.

Step 5

Stir in the sweet corn kernels and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Step 6

Add the cherry tomatoes, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes start to soften and release their juices.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the fresh basil leaves and lemon juice.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve warm or at room temperature as a side dish or light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1409.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	859.5

Total Fat 48.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4966.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 102.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.8g	0%
Total Sugars 61.8g
Protein 18.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 209.2mg	0%
Iron 6.2mg	0%
Potassium 3147.3mg	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: 47.2%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 44.7%