Best 10 Zucchiniyellow Squash Stir Fry Recipes

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Zucchini and yellow squash are versatile summer vegetables that can be used in a variety of dishes, including stir-fries. Their mild flavor and tender texture make them a great addition to any stir-fry recipe. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, there's a zucchini and yellow squash stir-fry recipe out there that's perfect for you. With so many options to choose from, you're sure to find a recipe that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

ZUCCHINI/YELLOW SQUASH STIR FRY



Zucchini/Yellow Squash Stir Fry image

A lovely veggie side dish. Wonderful summer squash blends nicely with onion in this quickie stir-fry.

Provided by Recipewrestler

Categories     Vegetable

Time 17m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb small, fresh zucchini
1 lb small, fresh crookneck yellow squash
1 large yellow onion
3 teaspoons margarine
3 teaspoons water
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Rinse zucchini and squash.
  • Cut into thin slices, discarding stems and bottoms.
  • Slice onion into thin rings.
  • Spray a wok or large, covered frying pan with cooking spray.
  • Melt butter in pan over medium-high heat.
  • Add zucchini, squash and onion.
  • Stir-fry for several minutes, until tender-crisp.
  • Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Add 3 T water and cover.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 6-8 minutes or until mixture meets your criteria for doneness (We like ours slightly soft, others may prefer either crisp or very soft).

SAUTéED YELLOW SQUASH AND ZUCCHINI



Sautéed Yellow Squash and Zucchini image

Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 yellow onion, thinly sliced into half moons
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/4-inch-thick rounds
2 medium yellow squash, sliced into 1/4-inch-thick rounds
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until just softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, for 1 minute. Add the zucchini, squash, Italian seasoning and a generous pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini and squash are tender and beginning to brown in some spots, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm.

TOMATO ZUCCHINI SQUASH SKILLET



Tomato Zucchini Squash Skillet image

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

SUMMER SQUASH AND ZUCCHINI SIDE DISH



Summer Squash and Zucchini Side Dish image

I'm trying to cut my risk for cardiac disease by changing the way I eat. This colorful sauteed zucchini and squash side dish is packed with as much nutrition as fresh-picked flavor! -Marlene Agnelly, Ocean Springs, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 yellow summer squash, quartered and sliced
1 medium zucchini, quartered and sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt-free spicy seasoning blend
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 medium tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the yellow squash, zucchini, onion and red pepper in oil for 5 minutes. Add garlic and seasonings; saute 2-3 minutes longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Stir in tomato; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 53 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 104mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SUMMER SQUASH STIR-FRY



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"With an abundance of squash, green peppers, tomatoes and onion from our garden, this fresh-tasting recipe is both easy and economical to prepare," writes Doris Stein from Ojai, California. For a more substantial side dish, add cubed cooked ham and sprinkle with cheese.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 small zucchini or yellow summer squash, cut int 1/4-inch slices
1 small green pepper, julienned
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1 medium tomato, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup cubed fully cooked ham, optional
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a skillet, saute the zucchini, green pepper and onion in butter until crisp-tender. Stir in the tomato and ham if desired; heat through. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. remove from the heat. Top with cheese if desired; cover and let stand until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 68mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

YELLOW SQUASH AND ZUCCHINI STIR FRY



Yellow Squash and Zucchini Stir Fry image

This is a little mixture I threw together using veggies in the crisper. Turned out darned good! I hope you enjoy it as much as we did! I used pre shredded carrots from a bag which is a HUGE time saver. It is colorful and flavorful.

Provided by Michelle S.

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 medium yellow squash
1 medium zucchini
1/2 cup red bell pepper, cut into chunks
1 1/4 cups shredded carrots
2 tablespoons oil (I use new Enova oil, or vegetable oil)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon minced ginger
soy sauce, to taste
red pepper flakes, to taste
salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Wash squash and zucchini and cut in half.
  • Cut each half into about 1/2 inch slices.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet or wok.
  • When oil is hot add red pepper.
  • Cook about 3 minutes.
  • Add squash, zucchini, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, pepper flakes and salt.
  • Cook about 4 minutes or more until the squash are ALMOST the texture you prefer over medium high heat.
  • Add carrots and cook at least 2 minutes more until carrots are how you prefer.
  • Adjust seasonings and add the cilantro and toss well.
  • Serve immediately.

YELLOW SQUASH AND ZUCCHINI STIR FRY



Yellow Squash and Zucchini Stir Fry image

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil
0.5 units onion
6 cloves garlic
2 units zucchini
2 units yellow squash
2 units tomatoes
3 units baby portobello mushrooms
1 units salt

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil over med. high heat. Add chopped onions and garlic. Saute' onions and garlic until onions are a clear color.
  • Add zucchini & yellow squash. Stir occasionally until tender crisp. Add tomatoes and mushrooms.
  • Cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until tomatoes are warmed through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

YELLOW SQUASH AND TOFU STIR FRY



Yellow Squash and Tofu Stir Fry image

A great, quick vegetarian dish that includes yellow squash, zucchini, and tofu, making for a beautifully-colored dish. Top with cheese, if desired. You can use butter instead of olive oil, if desired.

Provided by malevolentglitter

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 35m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 yellow squash, cut into bite-size cubes
1 zucchini, cut into bite-size cubes
1 (12 ounce) package extra-firm tofu, cut into bite-size cubes
¼ cup brown sugar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Cook and stir garlic in hot oil until just fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add squash and zucchini, cook and stir until vegetables soften, about 7 minutes. Transfer squash mixture to a bowl.
  • Place skillet back over medium-high heat, place tofu pieces in the skillet, and top with brown sugar and soy sauce. Cook and stir until each side of tofu is golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Return squash mixture to the skillet; cook and stir until heated through, about 3 minutes. Stir in Sriracha sauce and season with salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.9 calories, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 1186.7 mg, Sugar 19.7 g

SPAGHETTI SQUASH STIR FRY RECIPE BY TASTY



Spaghetti Squash Stir Fry Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: spaghetti squash, canola oil, kosher salt, cornstarch, cold water, garlic, fresh ginger, red pepper flakes, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, water, canola oil, garlic, boneless, skinless chicken breast, red pepper flakes, kosher salt, red bell peppers, broccoli, water, carrots, snow pea, scallion

Provided by Tikeyah Whittle

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

1 spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise and seeded
2 tablespoons canola oil
½ teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon cold water
3 cloves garlic
1 fresh ginger, peeled and minced (2 in piece 5 cm)
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
⅓ cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey, or granulated sugar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
¼ cup water
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced, divided
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, or thighs, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubes
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, divided
½ kosher salt, plus more to taste
2 red bell peppers, seeded and thinly sliced (about 2 cups (200 G))
½ lb broccoli, cut into 1-inch (2.5 G) florets (about 3 cups)
2 tablespoons water
2 carrots, thinly sliced
6 oz snow pea, ends trimmed, halved crosswise (about 1½ cups)
scallion, for garnish, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Place the squash halves, cut-side up, on a baking sheet. Coat the exposed flesh with the canola oil, then sprinkle with ¼ teaspoon salt. Flip over so the cut side is down, then bake for 40-50 minutes, until the squash is just barely tender when pierced with a fork. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
  • Line a baking sheet with 2 clean kitchen towels.
  • Use a fork to scrape out the "spaghetti" strands from the squash onto the prepared baking sheet and season with the remaining ¼ teaspoon salt, tossing to distribute. Let cool for 30 minutes. The spaghetti squash can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 2 days. If using from the cold, remove the squash from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking.
  • While the squash is cooling, make the sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Grate the garlic on a microplane directly into the bowl. Add the ginger, red pepper flakes, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and rice vinegar and stir to incorporate. Whisk in the water until smooth.
  • Make the stir fry: Heat 1 tablespoon canola oil in a 12-inch skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 clove of garlic and stir for about 30 seconds, until fragrant. Add the chicken, ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes, and ½ teaspoon salt and stir to coat. Cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes, letting it brown without stirring, until no pink remains and the chicken is cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate or bowl.
  • Reduce the heat to medium. Without wiping out the pan, add the remaining tablespoon canola oil, remaining garlic clove, and remaining ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant. Add the bell peppers and broccoli, stir to coat, then deglaze the pan with the water, scraping up all the browned bits stuck to the bottom of the pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is starting to soften, 8-10 minutes.
  • Add the carrots and cook for another 2 minutes, then add the snow peas and season with a pinch of salt. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, until all of the vegetables are tender. Transfer the vegetables to the plate with the chicken.
  • Roll up the spaghetti squash in the kitchen towels and wring to squeeze as much water as possible.
  • Add 2 tablespoons of sauce to the pan and let come to a simmer, then add the spaghetti squash and stir constantly until heated through, 1-2 minutes. Divide the squash among serving bowls.
  • Pour the remaining sauce into the pan and let simmer for about 1 minute, until thickened. Return the chicken and vegetables to the pan and toss to coat evenly in the sauce and heat everything through, 2-3 minutes. Divide among the bowls atop the squash. Garnish each bowl with thinly sliced scallions. Serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497 calories, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 41 grams, Sugar 18 grams

COUNTRY STIR-FRIED YELLOW AND ZUCCHINI SQUASH



Country Stir-Fried Yellow and Zucchini Squash image

I love squash. I tossed together this veggie concoction and man is it good. I am a vegan, so I have been testing new ideas for recipes. It's super simple and tastes great.

Provided by Wylder

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 2 Cups, 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 medium zucchini
1 large yellow crook-necked squash
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
4 tablespoons water (Halved as 2 Tb and 2 Tb)

Steps:

  • Rinse/wash the squash before preparing.
  • Cut off both ends of each squash.
  • Slice the squashes into 1/4 inch chip shapes.
  • Slice the larger chips into half moon shapes.
  • Spray a pan suitable to stir fry all of the squash in with cooking oil.
  • Put all of the squash in the pan and spray some more oil across the squash.
  • Sprinkle the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika evenly across the squash.
  • Add 2 tablespoons of water to the pan and toss everything together in the pan.
  • Heat the pan to medium.
  • When it starts to sizzle begin stirring occasionally so as not to burn the squash and cook evenly.
  • When the water evaporates, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of water.
  • Keep tossing occasionally until the squash is half transparent and reasonably soft. (This takes about 15-20 minutes.).
  • When the squash is to it's suitable consistancy, remove it from the heat and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46.6, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 1174.6, Carbohydrate 9.4, Fiber 3, Sugar 6, Protein 3.3

Tips:

  • Choose fresh vegetables: Look for zucchini and yellow squash that are firm and have a deep green or yellow color. Avoid vegetables that are wilted or have blemishes.
  • Cut the vegetables evenly: This will help them cook evenly. Cut the zucchini and yellow squash into thin slices or strips.
  • Use a large skillet or wok: This will give the vegetables plenty of room to cook without overcrowding.
  • Heat the skillet or wok over medium-high heat: This will help the vegetables sear and develop a nice color.
  • Add the vegetables and cook, stirring frequently: Cook the vegetables until they are tender but still have a bit of a crunch.
  • Add the sauce and cook for a few more minutes: This will help the sauce to thicken and coat the vegetables.
  • Serve immediately: Stir-fried vegetables are best served hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Zucchini and yellow squash stir-fry is a quick and easy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a healthy and delicious way to get your daily dose of vegetables. With a few simple tips, you can make a stir-fry that is full of flavor and nutrition. So next time you are looking for a quick and healthy meal, give zucchini and yellow squash stir-fry a try!

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