Description
Sautéed Patty Pan Squash is a delightful and nutritious vegetable dish, perfect as a side or light meal.
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic – minced
3 patty pan squash – cut into 1-inch pieces
2 teaspoons lemon zest
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
¼ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the patty pan squash pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become tender.
- Add the lemon zest and red pepper flakes, mixing well to combine.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with freshly grated parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
For an added flavor twist, try using garlic-infused olive oil or sprinkle some fresh herbs like basil or parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
Keywords: Sautéed Patty Pan Squash, easy vegetable recipes, healthy side dishes, summer squash recipes, parmesan recipes
