I have a zucchini and summer squash to use....?!
I have a zucchini and summer squash to use....?
I would like to sautee them on the stove and eat for dinner tonight.
How big should the slices be?
Should I leave the skin on or peel them?
What should I sautee them in?
What should I add to the pan?
Answers:
I kind of do a stir-fry with them. I cut mine kind of thick, about 1/2", then quarter the slices. I leave the skin on. I use a non-stick skillet that's big enough that they have room to move. I use olive oil and garlic to saute them in. Plus herbs of choice, like basil and oregano.
No need to peel. Slice them in strips, also slice some onion. Then add a combination of olive oil and butter... about 1/4 cup total.... maybe more. Saute until crisp tender. Season with garlic salt , pepper, and salt. Sprinkle some Parmesan over before serving.
Slice the squash and zucchini in half lengthwise and then slice into pieces about 1/2 inch thick. Saute all of it in some olive oil, garlic and red pepper for a little spice. If you want to get creative, add some oregano and canned tomatoes for Italian zucchini. Enjoy!
Some ideas for you here: Leave the skin on.
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 cup scallions, sliced
4 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into strips
1 medium green bell pepper, cut into strips
1 medium yellow summer squash sliced into 1/8-inch rounds
1 medium zucchini sliced into 1/8-inch rounds
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add paprika and stir thoroughly. Add scallions and garlic; saute for 2 minutes. Add all other ingredients, partially cover and sauté over medium low heat for 15 to 17 minutes, or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.
Pasta with Summer Squash Saute
8 ounces dry rotini pasta, uncooked
Olive Oil No-Stick Cooking Spray
2 medium zucchini, cut into thin strips
1 medium onion, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
1 cup frozen green peas
1 large tomato, finely chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/4 teaspoon seasoned pepper blend
Cook pasta according to package directions.
Meanwhile, spray large skillet with cooking spray. Add zucchini, onions and peas; cook 2 minutes over medium heat, stirring frequently. Stir in tomatoes, salt, basil and pepper blend; cover. Cook 5 minutes, or until vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally. Spray evenly with cooking spray.
Drain pasta. Spray evenly with cooking spray; toss to coat. Add vegetable mixture; toss lightly.
just cut them up in bite size i personally steam them w/ a little lemon pepper to taste or just put them in a salad uncooked.the skin has the vitamins i recommend leaving them on but that is up to you!also zuccinni makes a great bread!