Dilled Summer Squash
Bright, fresh, and irresistibly flavorful, Dilled Summer Squash is the perfect quick and healthy side dish for any summer meal! Tender rounds of yellow squash are sautéed with fragrant garlic, then infused with the vibrant flavors of fresh dill, zesty lemon, and a touch of black pepper. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy skillet recipe highlights seasonal produce at its peak, offering a light and citrusy accompaniment that pairs beautifully with grilled fish, chicken, or your favorite vegetarian dishes. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering or looking for a simple weeknight side, this recipe is sure to impress with its refreshing combination of herbs and citrus. Perfect for anyone seeking flavorful, plant-based recipes that celebrate summer squash!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 small (or medium) yellow summer squash
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves (minced) garlic
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh dill
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Wash and dry the yellow summer squash. Trim the ends, then slice them into thin rounds, approximately 1/4 inch thick.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and let it warm up for about 30 seconds.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until fragrant and lightly golden.
Add the sliced summer squash to the skillet. Stir to coat the squash evenly with the garlic and oil.
Season the squash with salt and black pepper, then cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the squash is tender but not mushy.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the freshly chopped dill, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the squash to a serving dish. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Serve immediately while warm, garnished with a bit of extra dill if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
421 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.3 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1200 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.1 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.5 g | ||
| Protein | 8.7 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 195 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1856 mg | 39% | |
*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.
