Best 7 Summer Squash Tomato Medley Recipes

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Summer squash and tomatoes are two vegetables that are at their peak flavor during the summer months. When combined, they create a medley of colors and flavors that is both visually appealing and delicious. This article will provide you with a variety of recipes for cooking summer squash and tomato medley, so you can enjoy this seasonal dish all summer long.

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SUMMER SQUASH MEDLEY



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This fresh tasting colorful side dish would go with any entree and it's quick and easy to prepare. I came up with this recipe on my own about a year ago. It has a nice combination of flavors.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 medium yellow summer squash, thinly sliced
1 small zucchini, thinly sliced
1/3 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon minced garlic
1/8 teaspoon lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, saute the yellow squash, zucchini and onion in butter until crisp-tender; add the remaining ingredients. Cook and stir until vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts :

QUICK SUMMER SQUASH MEDLEY



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"This dish is delicious as a side, but you can also add some cooked chicken or turkey sausage and serve it over rice for a complete meal." Jennifer Leighty - West Salem, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large sweet onion, chopped
1 medium yellow summer squash, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
2 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, saute the onion, squash and green pepper in oil until crisp-tender. Add the garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper and pepper flakes if desired; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 403mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ROASTED SQUASH VEGETABLE MEDLEY



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 medium zucchini, cut into chunks
1 medium yellow squash, cut into chunks
1 medium onion, halved then cut into chunks
1/2 pound button mushrooms, quartered or halved
2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Combine zucchini and yellow squash pieces with onions and mushrooms in a mixing bowl. Add oil to the bowl, 2 turns of the bowl in a slow stream. Toss veggies until they are coated lightly and evenly with the oil.
  • Combine poultry seasoning with salt and pepper and sprinkle evenly over the vegetables. Toss them again to combine and spread them out on to a baking sheet. Place veggies in a hot oven and roast 20 to 25 minutes until tender. Toss and turn the veggies with kitchen tongs half way through cooking time.

TOMATO ZUCCHINI SQUASH SKILLET



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Fresh tomatoes, zucchini, yellow squash, and sweet onion are cooked in butter for a perfect summer side for grilled meats or for a nice warm winter warm-up, when you are wishing for a summer side.

Provided by Holly Shaw

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon salted butter, or more as needed
1 Vidalia onion, cut into bite-size pieces
2 zucchini, cut into bite-size pieces
1 yellow squash, cut into bite-size pieces
4 roma (plum) tomatoes, cut into bite-size pieces
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir the onion in the melted butter until translucent, 5 to 8 minutes. Stir in the zucchini and yellow squash; cook until tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Mix in the tomatoes and cook until they start to break down, about 5 more minutes. Season with kosher salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70.4 calories, Carbohydrate 9.9 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 131.9 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

MEXICAN STYLE SQUASH MEDLEY



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This is an old family recipe. We cooked it without measuring ingredients so I had to stop and weigh and measure in order to post it! Not hot spicy, but a different and flavorful way to cook summer produce and it is even better the next day (if it lasts that long).

Provided by 16Paws

Categories     Corn

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/2-2 lbs crookneck yellow squash or 1 1/2-2 lbs pattypan squash, chopped into 2 inch chunks
1 onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 jalapeno, chopped (optional)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained (or equivalent of fresh)
1 (14 ounce) can corn, undrained (or equivalent of fresh kernels)
1 teaspoon chili powder
salt and pepper
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (may use pepper jack or monterey jack)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large lidded skillet.
  • Add squash, onion and garlic and saute until tender crisp.
  • Add jalepeno (if using), tomatoes, corn, chili powder, salt and pepper.
  • Cover pan, reduce heat and simmer until it all cooks down (about 25 minutes, more or less to your taste). Stir occasionally.
  • Uncover pan, sprinkle cheese on top. Serve after cheese melts.
  • This lends itself nicely to whatever else you have around. Chopped bell peppers are a nice addition.

SQUASH MEDLEY



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Make and share this Squash Medley recipe from Food.com.

Provided by weekend cooker

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 4h20m

Yield 8 squash, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 summer squash, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tomatoes, peeled and chopped
1/4 cup sliced green onion
half a green pepper, chopped
1 chicken bouillon cube
1/4 cup hot water
4 slices bacon, fried, and crumbled
1/4 cup fine dry breadcrumb
2 tablespoons brown sugar, divided

Steps:

  • Sprinkle squash with salt.
  • In a slow cooker, layer half of the squash, tomatoes, onions, and green pepper.
  • Add 1 tablespoon brown sugar.
  • Layer the other half of vegetables, and top with remaining brown sugar.
  • Dissolve bouillon cube in hot water, and pour this into slow cooker.
  • Top with bacon. Sprinkle bread crumbs over top.
  • Cover, and cook on low for 4-6 hours.

SUMMER SQUASH MEDLEY



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Provided by Barbara Kafka

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, quick, main course, side dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 to 5 cloves garlic, smashed, peeled and chopped
1 1/2 medium-size zucchini ( 3/4 pound), trimmed, quartered lengthwise and cut across into 1/2-inch pieces
1 medium-size yellow squash (6 1/2 ounces), trimmed, quartered lengthwise, seeded and cut across into 1/2-inch pieces
2 large tomatoes (8 ounces each), cored and cut in 1-inch chunks
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 cup basil leaves, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Put oil in a 2 1/2-quart souffle dish with a tightly fitting lid. Cook, uncovered, at 100 percent power in a high-power oven for 1 minute. Stir in garlic. Cook, uncovered, 1 minute 30 seconds.
  • Stir in squash. Cook, covered, 5 minutes.
  • Uncover and stir in tomatoes and salt. Cook, uncovered, 6 minutes. Stir in basil and cook, uncovered, 1 minute.
  • Remove from oven. Let stand, covered, 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 112, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 606 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

Tips:

  • Choose firm and ripe summer squash and tomatoes. This will ensure that the vegetables hold their shape and flavor during cooking.
  • Use a variety of colors of summer squash and tomatoes. This will add visual appeal to the dish.
  • If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs instead. Just be sure to use half the amount of dried herbs as you would fresh herbs.
  • Serve the summer squash and tomato medley immediately. This dish is best when served fresh.

Conclusion:

This summer squash and tomato medley is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer meal. It is packed with fresh vegetables and herbs, and it is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and healthy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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