Cajun Summer Squash
Elevate your summer side dishes with the bold and savory flavors of Cajun Summer Squash! This easy-to-make recipe combines tender yellow squash and zucchini, sautéed to perfection in a medley of olive oil, butter, and fragrant garlic. Seasoned with the spicy kick of Cajun seasoning, smoky paprika, and a hint of zesty lemon juice, every bite bursts with mouthwatering flavor. Fresh parsley adds a touch of brightness, making this vibrant dish the perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, seafood, or a hearty bowl of rice. Ready in just 25 minutes, Cajun Summer Squash is a quick, gluten-free, and irresistibly tasty option to spice up your next meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized yellow squash
- 2 medium-sized zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons parsley (fresh, chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and trim the ends of the yellow squash and zucchini. Slice them into thin rounds, about 1/4-inch thick.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until the butter is melted and bubbling.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
Add the sliced yellow squash and zucchini to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 3-4 minutes without stirring to allow the squash to brown slightly.
Sprinkle the Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper over the squash. Toss everything together and cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the squash is tender but not mushy.
Remove the skillet from the heat and drizzle the lemon juice over the squash. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley.
Transfer the Cajun Summer Squash to a serving dish and serve hot as a side dish to your favorite meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
610 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.6 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.1 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 6910 mg | 300% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.5 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.5 g | ||
| Protein | 9.3 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 188 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1923 mg | 41% | |
*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.
