Patty Pan Squash Saute
Brighten up your dinner table with this easy and flavorful Patty Pan Squash Sauté—a vibrant side dish that celebrates the natural sweetness and tender texture of patty pan squash. This quick, 20-minute recipe combines golden sautéed squash with aromatic garlic, fresh thyme, and a touch of zesty lemon juice for a beautifully balanced flavor. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and optional red pepper flakes for a hint of heat, this dish is as versatile as it is delicious. Perfect as a healthy side for weeknight dinners or an impressive addition to any summer spread, this sautéed patty pan squash is a must-try recipe for seasonal veggie lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized patty pan squash
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
Wash and dry the patty pan squash. Trim the ends and cut them into quarters or bite-sized wedges, depending on their size.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
Add the patty pan squash to the skillet. Stir well to coat the squash evenly in the garlic-infused oil.
Sprinkle in the fresh thyme leaves, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir to combine.
Cook the squash for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and lightly golden on the edges.
Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the cooked squash with lemon juice. Toss to incorporate.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately. Enjoy your patty pan squash sauté as a side dish to complement any meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
650 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.8 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1207 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.1 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.1 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.4 g | ||
| Protein | 23.4 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 326 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 3253 mg | 69% | |
*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.
