Squash Sauteed with Onions
Brighten up your dinner table with this vibrant and flavorful Squash Sautéed with Onions recipe! Featuring tender slices of yellow squash and zucchini, caramelized onions, and a hint of garlic, this dish is a celebration of simple yet bold flavors. Sautéed to perfection in a blend of olive oil and butter, and seasoned with just the right touch of salt and pepper, this quick and easy side dish comes together in under 25 minutes. The optional garnish of fresh parsley adds a pop of color and an herby finish. Perfect as a light side for grilled meats, roasted chicken, or even pasta, this sauteed squash recipe is a wholesome, crowd-pleasing addition to your weeknight meals or holiday spreads.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium-sized Yellow squash
- 2 medium-sized Zucchini
- 1 large Yellow onion
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash and dry the yellow squash and zucchini. Trim the ends and cut them into thin round slices or half-moons, depending on your preference.
Peel the onion and slice it into thin half-moon shapes.
Mince the garlic cloves and set them aside.
Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until the butter melts and starts to sizzle.
Add the sliced onions to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften and become translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Increase the heat slightly and add the sliced squash and zucchini to the skillet. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
Toss the vegetables to coat them evenly in the oil and butter mixture. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the squash is tender but not mushy.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve warm as a side dish with your favorite main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
676 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.9 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.2 g | 61% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 4930 mg | 214% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.7 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.0 g | ||
| Protein | 12.2 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 235 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 2442 mg | 52% | |
*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.
