Tangy Marinated Yellow Squash No Cooking
Brighten up your table with this no-cook Tangy Marinated Yellow Squash recipe—a quick, vibrant, and healthy dish that's perfect for summer! Thinly sliced yellow squash is infused with a zesty lemon juice and olive oil dressing, delicately sweetened with honey and spiced with garlic, red chili flakes, and freshly cracked black pepper. Fresh parsley and dill add an aromatic burst of flavor, while a simple 30-minute marination softens the squash to perfection without the need for cooking. Whether you're looking for a refreshing side dish or an eye-catching appetizer, this gluten-free and vegetarian recipe is an effortless way to showcase garden-fresh produce in under 15 minutes of prep time. Serve it chilled and watch it steal the spotlight at your next gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized Yellow squash
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 clove Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Red chili flakes
Instructions
Wash the yellow squash thoroughly and trim off the ends.
Using a mandoline or a sharp knife, slice the yellow squash into thin rounds, about 1/8 inch thick, and set aside in a mixing bowl.
In a separate small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the lemon juice, olive oil, and honey.
Finely mince the garlic and add it to the dressing along with the salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes. Mix well.
Chop the fresh parsley and dill and add them to the yellow squash slices.
Pour the dressing over the squash and gently toss to ensure all slices are evenly coated.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and let the squash marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator. This allows the flavors to meld and the squash to soften slightly.
Before serving, give the squash a quick toss to redistribute the dressing. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve chilled as a vibrant, tangy side dish or appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
370 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.3 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1196 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.3 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.5 g | ||
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 110 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1037 mg | 22% | |
*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.
