Summer Squash Medley

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Cuisine: Mediterranean

A fresh and vibrant summer squash medley highlighting tender zucchini and yellow squash, seasoned with parsley, lemon, and butter—perfect for light, seasonal meals or side dishes.

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. small zucchini
  • 1 lb. yellow straight neck squash
  • water
  • salt
  • 1/2 c. chopped parsley
  • 1/4 c. butter
  • 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper

Instructions

  1. Bring water to a boil in a large pot, add salt, and cook the zucchini and yellow squash until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Drain the cooked squash and transfer to a serving bowl.
  3. Stir in chopped parsley, melted butter, lemon juice, and pepper.
  4. Serve warm or chilled as a side dish.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

310 kcal 15% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 8.6g 17% DV
Total Fat 26.5g 34% DV
Carbs 14.1g 5% DV
Fiber 9.3g 33% DV
Sugar 1.5g 3% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9800.3mg 100% DV
Potassium 1734.3mg 37% DV
Cholesterol 75mg 25% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 6.8mcg 1% DV
Vitamin C 62.4mg 69% DV
Calcium 62mg 5% DV
Iron 13.8mg 77% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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