Best 10 Sauteed Summer Squash With Basil And Tomatoes Recipes

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Summer squash is a versatile vegetable that can be prepared in many different ways. One of the most popular methods is to sauté it with basil and tomatoes. This dish is quick and easy to make, and it's a great way to enjoy the fresh flavors of summer. The combination of squash, basil, and tomatoes is a classic, and it's sure to please everyone at the table. This is a perfect side dish for a summer cookout or potluck, and it's also a great way to use up any leftover squash you have on hand.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

PAN-COOKED SUMMER SQUASH WITH TOMATOES AND BASIL



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This Provençal summer dish is delightful as a starter or as a side dish with fish, chicken or cooked grains.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     weekday, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 pounds medium or small zucchini or other summer squash, thinly sliced or diced depending on what shape squash you use
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound ripe tomatoes, grated on the large holes of a box grater, or peeled, seeded and diced
Salt
freshly ground pepper
1 to 2 tablespoons chopped or slivered fresh basil (to taste)

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil over medium-high heat in a wide, heavy skillet. Add the zucchini. Cook, stirring or shaking the pan, until the zucchini is lightly seared and beginning to soften, three to five minutes. Remove from the pan, and set aside.
  • Add the remaining olive oil to the pan, then the garlic. Cook, stirring, just until fragrant -- less than 30 seconds. Stir in the tomatoes. Cook, stirring, until the tomatoes have begun to cook down, about five minutes. Return the zucchini to the pan, add salt and pepper to taste, and reduce the heat to medium. Cook, stirring often, until the zucchini is tender and translucent and the tomatoes have cooked down to a fragrant sauce. Stir in the basil, and taste and adjust seasonings. Remove from the heat and serve hot, or allow to cool and serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 75, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 455 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

SAUTEED SUMMER SQUASH AND TOMATOES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large clove garlic, smashed
1 pound small zucchini, cut into 3 by 1/2-inch strips
1 pound small yellow summer squash, cut into 3 by 1/2-inch strips
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 cup quartered vine-ripened grape or cherry tomatoes
8 mint leaves, cut into thin strips

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the oil and garlic, and saute until the garlic is golden, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove and discard the garlic. Increase the heat to high and add the squash. Saute, tossing frequently until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes and mint and cook until warmed, about 1 minute more. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve in a warm bowl.

SAUTEED SUMMER SQUASH WITH BASIL AND TOMATOES



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Categories     Vegetable

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 teaspoons olive oil
2 small zucchini, cut into 1/4 inch thick slices
1 large yellow squash cut into 1/4 inch chunks
1/2 cup chopped sweet onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup grape tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup (1ox) shredded asiago cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oil in a large skillet over med high heat. Add zucchini, squash, and onion, saute 6 mins. Add garlic, saute 4 mins or until vegetables are tender. 2. Add tomatoes, salt and pepper to pan, saute 2 mins or until thoroughly heated. Stir in cheese and basil.

SIMPLE SQUASH AND BASIL SAUTE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 13m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup sliced red onion
1 small yellow squash, cut into long 1/4-inch thick slices on the diagonal
1 small zucchini, cut into long 1/4-inch thick slices on the diagonal
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 cherry tomatoes, halved
1 tablespoon thinly sliced basil leaves

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, squash, zucchini, garlic, salt, and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes and basil and cook, stirring, until tender, about 1 minute more. Serve immediately.

SAUTEED SUMMER SQUASH WITH BASIL



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 pounds young fresh summer squash
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
3 tablespoons fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Cut the squash in thick slices. Heat the oil in a large skillet and saute the squash over high heat so that it is golden brown on both sides, but not overcooked. It should still be slightly crunchy. Remove with a slotted spoon as the pieces are cooked and place them in a serving bowl.
  • Add the garlic to skillet, cook until golden. Add with oil left in pan to the squash. Season with salt and pepper, sprinkle with basil and toss. Serve hot or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 120, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 427 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

SAUTEED SQUASH WITH TOMATOES & ONIONS



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My favorite meals show a love of family and food. This zucchini dish with tomatoes is like a scaled-down ratatouille. -Adan Franco, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
4 medium zucchini, chopped
2 large tomatoes, finely chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 2-4 minutes. Add zucchini; cook and stir 3 minutes., Stir in tomatoes, salt and pepper; cook and stir until squash is tender, 4-6 minutes longer. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 306mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic exchanges

YELLOW SQUASH AND TOMATOES



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Kathy Smith of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania writes of her Yellow Squash and Tomatoes, "Don't be fooled by the simplicity; this is so good. I made it at least once a week last summer when the garden was producing squash, tomatoes and basil."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 medium yellow summer squash, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
16 cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute squash in oil until tender. Add the tomatoes, basil, pepper and salt. Reduce heat to medium; cook 1-2 minutes longer or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 82mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SAUTEED YELLOW SQUASH AND TOMATOES



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Make and share this Sauteed Yellow Squash and Tomatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by smiles4u

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb summer squash or 1 lb zucchini
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
1 cup onion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1 dash pepper
1/2 teaspoon sweet basil
1 (8 ounce) can stewed tomatoes

Steps:

  • Without peeling, slice squash in 1/2" diagonal slices.
  • In medium sized skillet, melt butter or margarine and saute onions until golden.
  • Add squash and remaining ingredients, toss to combine.
  • cover and cook 10 - 15 minutes over medium heat until tender.

SAUTEED SUMMER SQUASH SIDE DISH



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This is a quick and easy side dish that goes perfectly with meats, pastas, and fish. It is a saute of zucchini and summer squash.

Provided by Sarah

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 bunch scallions, diced
1 teaspoon minced garlic, or more to taste
1 zucchini, sliced 1/4-inch thick, or more to taste
1 summer squash, sliced 1/4-inch thick, or more to taste
4 pinches dried Italian seasoning, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil over medium heat in a medium-sized skillet, about 1 minute. Add scallions and garlic; saute in the hot oil until tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Add zucchini and squash; season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Saute until squash is tender, 8 to 12 minutes.
  • Divide mixture evenly among plates. Garnish with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 52.1 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

YELLOW SQUASH WITH BASIL



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Make and share this Yellow Squash With Basil recipe from Food.com.

Provided by JacquelineS

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 lbs yellow squash, sliced
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
1/2 cup water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup basil, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Saute squash until browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Add garlic; saute 1 minute.
  • Add water, salt and pepper.
  • Simmer until squash is tender, 6-7 minutes.
  • Stir in basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 42.8, Fat 3.5, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 79.3, Carbohydrate 2.7, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1, Protein 0.9

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, young summer squash: Look for squash that is firm and has smooth, unblemished skin. Avoid squash that is too large, as it may be tough and less flavorful.
  • Slice the squash thinly: This will help it cook evenly and quickly.
  • Use a large skillet or sauté pan: This will give the squash plenty of room to spread out and cook evenly.
  • Heat the oil over medium-high heat before adding the squash: This will help prevent the squash from sticking to the pan.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: Cook the squash in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
  • Season the squash with salt and pepper to taste: You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or dried oregano.
  • Cook the squash until it is tender-crisp: This should take about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add the basil and tomatoes: Stir to combine and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until the tomatoes are softened.
  • Serve immediately: Sautéed summer squash is best served fresh and hot.

Conclusion:

Sautéed summer squash with basil and tomatoes is a quick, easy, and delicious side dish that is perfect for summer. It is a great way to use up fresh summer squash and is a healthy and flavorful addition to any meal. This dish can be served as a side dish with grilled chicken, fish, or steak, or as a main course with a side of rice or quinoa.

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