SUMMER SQUASH RIBBONS WITH CHERRY TOMATOES AND MINT/BASIL PESTO
The texture of these squash ribbons can be as satisfying as pasta if the squash is cooked just until flexible, about two to three minutes. The dish is quite beautiful, and once you've shaved the squash - which really doesn't take that long - it comes together in no time. The best tool to use for tossing and stirring the squash and the cherry tomatoes is tongs. Serve as a light main dish or as a side.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, vegetables, main course, side dish
Time 10m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Using a vegetable peeler, cut squash into lengthwise ribbons. Peel off several ribbons from one side, then turn squash and peel off more ribbons. Continue to turn and peel off ribbons until you get to the seeds at the core of the squash. Discard core. You can also do this on a mandolin, adjusted to a very thin slice.
- Cook squash strips and tomatoes in 2 batches. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and when it is hot, add squash ribbons, half the garlic, tomatoes, and salt to taste. Cook, using tongs to toss and stir squash and cherry tomatoes, for 2 to 3 minutes, until squash has softened and is beginning to become translucent and tomatoes are beginning to shrivel. Adjust salt and add freshly ground pepper to taste, and transfer to a serving dish. Repeat with remaining olive oil, squash, cherry tomatoes and garlic. Return first batch to the pan, stir everything together, heat through and transfer again to the serving bowl or individual plates. Pour any juices in the pan over squash. Top each serving with a spoonful of pesto (about a tablespoon), and serve, with additional freshly grated Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 111, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 734 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams
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Mia barr
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The summer squash ribbons are packed with nutrients and the mint-basil pesto is a healthy and flavorful way to dress them up.
jaislyn dancz
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up summer squash and cherry tomatoes. I had a lot of both in my garden and this recipe was a great way to use them up. The ribbons of squash were a fun and unique way to serve it and the mint-basil pesto was flavorful
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[email protected]I'm always looking for new vegetarian recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The summer squash ribbons are a great source of protein and fiber, and the mint-basil pesto is a delicious and healthy way to dress them up. I'll definitely be maki
Anna Rawls
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. My kids are always hesitant to try new vegetables, but they loved this dish. The summer squash ribbons were so tender and the mint-basil pesto was flavorful and aromatic. I'll definitely
NH Iqram
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The sweetness of the cherry tomatoes, the earthiness of the summer squash, and the freshness of the mint-basil pesto all come together perfectly. It's a dish that's both delicious and healthy.
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[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover summer squash. I had some leftover squash from a previous recipe and I didn't want it to go to waste. This recipe was a great way to use it up and it turned out delicious.
Jihan Tarhini
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of summer squash, but this recipe changed my mind. The ribbons of squash were so tender and flavorful, and the mint-basil pesto was the perfect accompaniment. I'll definitely be making this again.
Olebara Franklin
[email protected]This dish is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The summer squash ribbons are packed with nutrients, and the mint-basil pesto is a healthy and flavorful way to dress them up. I also love that this dish is so versatile. You can serve it
Bolanle Agbaje
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I've made it several times already and it's always a hit. Thanks for sharing!
Tianna Lutchmana
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The summer squash ribbons were perfectly cooked and the mint-basil pesto was flavorful and aromatic. I served it with grilled chicken and it was a perfect summer meal.
Abdulrazak Suleiman
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook summer squash, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The ribbons of squash are a great way to add some visual interest to the dish, and the mint-basil pesto is a delicious and refreshing complement. I'll de
Michael Price
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up summer squash. I had a lot of squash from my garden and this recipe was a great way to use it all up. The ribbons of squash were a fun and unique way to serve it. The pesto was also very easy to make and added a lot
Samora Alezi
[email protected]I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit! The summer squash ribbons were so easy to make and the mint-basil pesto was incredibly flavorful. I loved the combination of flavors and textures in this dish. It's definitely a keeper!
Ibedu Chidiogo
[email protected]This summer squash ribbons recipe with cherry tomatoes and mint-basil pesto is a delightful dish that bursts with fresh flavors. The ribbons of squash are cooked to perfection, maintaining a tender-crisp texture. The cherry tomatoes add a burst of sw