Summer Squash

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

Summer Squash offers a delightful way to enjoy fresh zucchini with a creamy, cheesy filling topped with vibrant vegetables. Perfect for a light lunch or side dish, it combines tender squash shells with a savory mixture, baked until heated through, appealing to both vegetable lovers and those seeking a nutritious option.

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Ingredients

  • 6 small summer squash
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1 small tomato, peeled, diced and drained
  • 1 small green pepper, diced

Instructions

  1. Cook the summer squash until barely tender and then cool slightly.
  2. Scoop out the centers of the squash, leaving a shell intact.
  3. Mix the scooped out squash with mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, diced tomato, and green pepper.
  4. Stuff the squash shells with the mixture.
  5. Bake at 350°F until heated through.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

279 kcal 14% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 10.6g 21% DV
Total Fat 20.8g 27% DV
Carbs 13.2g 5% DV
Fiber 1.1g 4% DV
Sugar 2.2g 4% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 483.5mg 21% DV
Potassium 280.5mg 6% DV
Cholesterol 5mg 2% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 35mcg 4% DV
Vitamin C 29.7mg 33% DV
Calcium 210.8mg 16% DV
Iron 1.6mg 9% DV

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

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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