Sauteed Squash and Tomatoes
Bright, fresh, and bursting with summer flavors, this Sautéed Squash and Tomatoes recipe is a quick and nutritious side dish that comes together in just 20 minutes! Featuring tender zucchini and yellow squash, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant garlic, all sautéed to perfection in olive oil, this dish is elevated with the addition of fresh basil and optional red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. It's a vibrant, gluten-free, and vegetarian option that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, pasta, or crusty bread. Perfect for showcasing seasonal produce, this easy skillet recipe is the ultimate way to bring color and flavor to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini
- 2 medium yellow squash
- 1.5 cups cherry or grape tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Wash the zucchini, yellow squash, and tomatoes thoroughly.
Slice the zucchini and yellow squash into thin rounds, about 1/4 inch thick.
Cut the cherry or grape tomatoes in half.
Peel and 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 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the sliced zucchini and yellow squash to the skillet. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
Cook the squash for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly tender and lightly golden around the edges.
Add the halved tomatoes to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, just until they soften and release some of their juices.
Stir in the fresh basil leaves and red pepper flakes, if using. Cook for 1 more minute, then remove the skillet from heat.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper as needed.
Transfer the sautéed squash and tomatoes to a serving dish and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
522 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.7 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4930 mg | 214% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.6 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.4 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.7 g | ||
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 191 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 2330 mg | 50% | |
*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.
