Best 8 Summer Squash And Green Beans Recipes

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Exploring the Culinary Symphony of Summer Squash and Green Beans: A Journey of Flavors and Textures

Summer squash and green beans, two vibrant and versatile vegetables, join forces to create a culinary symphony that delights the senses. Their distinct flavors and textures harmonize beautifully, resulting in dishes that are both satisfying and refreshing. Whether you prefer the simplicity of sautéed vegetables or the indulgence of a hearty casserole, this article will guide you through a journey of culinary delights, offering a curated selection of recipes that showcase the best of these summer gems.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SQUASH AND GREEN BEAN SAUTE SIDE DISH



Squash and Green Bean Saute Side Dish image

Simple, tasty side dish which is quick and easy to prepare.

Provided by CathWithKids

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Summer Squash

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 yellow squash, sliced
1 ½ cups green beans
1 ½ cups halved cherry tomatoes
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon dried parsley
½ teaspoon ground coriander
⅛ teaspoon salt, or to taste
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste

Steps:

  • Cook and stir squash and green beans in a nonstick skillet over medium heat until slightly softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir tomatoes, lemon juice, parsley, coriander, salt, and black pepper into squash mixture; cook and stir until tomatoes have softened, 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88.6 calories, Carbohydrate 19.6 g, Fat 0.9 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 167.7 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

BEEF AND SUMMER SQUASH CHILI



Beef And Summer Squash Chili image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
12 ounces ground beef chuck
1 onion, chopped
1 poblano chile pepper, seeded and chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes with green chiles
1 15-ounce can pinto beans (do not drain)
2 medium zucchini and/or yellow squash, cut into ½-inch pieces
1 avocado, diced
Fresh cilantro, for topping

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking up the meat, until browned, about 3 minutes. Add the onion, poblano and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook, stirring, until combined, about 1 minute.
  • Add the tomatoes and the beans and their liquid to the pot; bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer until the liquid is slightly reduced, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir the squash into the pot. Partially cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the squash is tender and the chili thickens slightly, about 10 minutes (add up to ½ cup water if the chili is too thick). Season with salt. Top each serving of chili with the avocado and some cilantro.

GREEK STEWED GREEN BEANS AND YELLOW SQUASH WITH TOMATOES



Greek Stewed Green Beans and Yellow Squash With Tomatoes image

Green beans are one of many vegetables that both Greek and Turkish cooks stew with abundant olive oil in dishes known as ladera. This recipe is inspired by one of them, but it's a far cry from the authentic version, which requires three times as much oil and simmers for a longer time. Don't be put off by the faded color of the beans; they're comforting and delicious.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, soups and stews, main course

Time 55m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
3/4 pound yellow squash (3 medium squash), sliced
1 (14-ounce) can chopped tomatoes, or 1 1/2 cups peeled, chopped tomatoes
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint, parsley or dill
1 to 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a wide, covered skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat, and add the onion. Cook, stirring, until tender and translucent, five to eight minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for another minute until fragrant. Stir in the green beans, squash and remaining oil. Stir together for a few minutes, then add the tomatoes and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a simmer, then add salt and freshly ground pepper.
  • Cover and simmer 30 minutes until the beans are tender and the mixture is stew-like. Add the herbs, and simmer for another five to 10 minutes. Add lemon juice if desired. Taste, and adjust seasonings with salt and pepper. Serve hot or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 197, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 920 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

SQUASH RINGS WITH GREEN BEANS



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I wanted to make a colorful vegetable for Christmas dinner one year and came up with this combination. It was a big hit with our guests. Even my nephew, who attended culinary school, was impressed! -Joan Sieck, Rensselaer, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 medium acorn squash (about 2 pounds each)
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons butter, divided
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons water
1 pound fresh green beans, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed

Steps:

  • Cut squash into 1 in. slices; discard seeds and ends. Arrange slices in a single layer in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Cover and bake at 350° for 40 minutes., Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine 1/4 cup butter, brown sugar and water; bring to a boil. Brush over the squash. Bake, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until tender, basting frequently., Place beans in a saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Cook for 10 minutes or until tender; drain. Add basil, rosemary and remaining butter, salt and pepper. Spoon into squash rings.

Nutrition Facts :

SUMMER SQUASH AND BEAN SAUTé



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Enjoy delicious summer squash and beans sauté served over rice for a flavorful dinner - a meatless meal.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup uncooked regular long-grain white rice
3 cups water
2 extra-large vegetarian vegetable bouillon cubes
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges
8 oz green beans, trimmed, cut into 2-inch pieces (2 cups)
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
2 cups zucchini and yellow squash medley
1/4 cup sliced fresh basil
1 can (15.5 oz) butter beans, drained, rinsed

Steps:

  • Cook rice in 2 cups of the water as directed on package. Stir bouillon cubes into remaining 1 cup water. In small bowl, stir together cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of the bouillon mixture until well blended; set aside.
  • Meanwhile, in 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir 2 minutes. Add green beans, garlic and remaining bouillon mixture; cover and cook 5 minutes.
  • Add zucchini and squash medley; cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are crisp-tender. Stir in cornstarch mixture; cook and stir until mixture is bubbly and slightly thickened.
  • Add basil and butter beans; cook 1 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly heated. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve over rice. If desired, garnish with additional basil sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 60 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 7 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 700 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

SQUASH AND BLACK BEAN STEW WITH TOMATOES AND GREEN BEANS



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Categories     Bean     Tomato     Vegetable     Sauté     Stew     Green Bean     Butternut Squash     Fall     Winter     Healthy     Cilantro     Simmer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice
2 pounds Kabocha or butternut squash, halved, seeded, peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces
4 ounces green beans, trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 15- to 16-ounce can black beans, rinsed, drained
1 tablespoon minced seeded jalapeño chili
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until tender and golden, about 7 minutes. Add garlic, chili powder and cumin and stir 1 minute. Add tomatoes with juices; bring to boil. Stir in squash and green beans. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until vegetables are almost tender, about 12 minutes. Stir in black beans and jalapeño. Cover and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes longer. Stir in cilantro. Season with salt and pepper.

SHELLS WITH SUMMER SQUASH, CORN, BEANS AND TOMATO



Shells With Summer Squash, Corn, Beans and Tomato image

You can use canned beans for this dish, but if you happen to have cooked pintos or borlottis in broth, use the broth for the pasta sauce.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, weekday, main course

Time 30m

Yield Serves four

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 pound summer squash, diced 1/2 to 3/4 inch
Salt to taste
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound tomatoes, grated on the large holes of a box grater, or peeled, seeded and diced
Pinch of sugar
Kernels from 1 ear sweet corn
1 1/2 cups cooked pintos or borlotti beans, with 3/4 to 1 cup of their broth or, if using canned beans, 1/2 to 3/4 cup water
2 tablespoons slivered basil leaves
Freshly ground pepper
3/4 pound medium pasta shells
1 to 2 ounces Parmesan or pecorino Romano, grated optional

Steps:

  • Begin heating a large pot of water for the pasta.
  • Meanwhile, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a wide, heavy skillet. Add the summer squash. Cook, stirring, until the squash begins to color, three to five minutes. Season with salt, and add the garlic. Stir until fragrant, just a few seconds, and add the tomatoes and a pinch of sugar. Cook, stirring often, until the tomatoes have cooked down and smell fragrant, five to eight minutes. Stir in the corn, beans and bean broth or water, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Turn the heat to medium-low, and simmer for five minutes. Stir in the basil, and keep warm.
  • When the water comes to a boil, salt generously and add the pasta. Boil, following the timing directions on the package but checking a minute before the indicated time. When the pasta is cooked al dente, remove 1/2 cup of the cooking water, then drain the pasta and toss with the vegetables and beans. If the vegetable and bean mixture seems dry, moisten with pasta water to taste. Add the cheese, toss again and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 522, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 92 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 20 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 847 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams

SUMMER SQUASH & WHITE BEAN SOUP



Summer Squash & White Bean Soup image

I love using summer squash in soups. This dish is hearty as is, but stir in chopped ham for an extra wallop of flavor. Serve it warm or chilled. -Sara Hornbeck, Knoxville, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 large sweet onions, chopped (about 4 cups)
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 medium yellow summer squash, cubed (about 6 cups)
1 carton (32 ounces) chicken broth
2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained, divided
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt

Steps:

  • In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat butter and oil over medium heat. Add onions; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Add squash and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10-12 minutes or until squash is tender. Stir in 1 can of beans, parsley, tarragon and salt. Puree soup using an immersion blender. Or cool soup slightly and puree in batches in a blender; return to pan. Stir in remaining can of beans and heat through. Top each serving with yogurt. Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add a little broth if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 1187mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose tender summer squash and green beans for best flavor and texture.
  • Wash vegetables thoroughly before cooking.
  • Cut vegetables into uniform pieces so they cook evenly.
  • Don't overcook vegetables, as they will become mushy.
  • Season vegetables to taste with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices.
  • Serve vegetables immediately after cooking for best flavor.

Conclusion:

Summer squash and green beans are delicious and versatile vegetables that can be enjoyed in many different ways. These recipes provide a variety of options for cooking these vegetables, from simple sautéed dishes to more complex casseroles and salads. With a little creativity, you can create endless delicious meals using these fresh summer produce. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish or main course, give one of these recipes a try!

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