Zucchini and Summer Squash Side Dish

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
Yield 6 servings
Test Kitchen Approved
I’m trying to cut my risk for cardiac disease by changing the way I eat. This colorful sauteed zucchini and summer squash side dish is packed with as much nutrition as fresh-picked flavor! —Marlene Agnelly, Ocean Springs, Mississippi

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium 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
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt-free spicy seasoning blend
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 medium tomato, chopped

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat; add yellow squash, zucchini, onion and red pepper. Cook and stir 5 minutes. Add garlic and seasonings; cook until vegetables are crisp-tender, 2-3 minutes. Stir in tomato; heat through.

Nutrition Facts

2/3 cup: 50 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 106mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 0.500 fat.

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

© 2025 RDA Enthusiast Brands, LLC