Italian Inspired Summer Squash
Fresh sweet basil and cheese give summer squash a burst of flavor.
- 4 Servings
- Less than $3.00
Italian Inspired Summer Squash
Fresh sweet basil and cheese give summer squash a burst of flavor.
- 4 Servings
- Less than $3.00
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or cooking oil of choice), divided
- 1 medium summer squash, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon water
- salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil
- 6 tablespoons Parmesan cheese or Romano cheese, grated
Steps
1
Wash hands with soap and water.
2
Using a large, oven-proof frying pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil on medium-high.
3
Arrange squash in pan, add water, and season lightly with salt, pepper, if using, and basil.
4
Cover and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, or until tender crisp.
5
Sprinkle with cheese and drizzle with remaining oil. Place under a preheated broiler and broil until cheese melts and browns slightly.
Ingredients
Serving Size: 1/2 cup, 1/4 recipe
| Nutrients | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Calories | 98 |
| Total Fat | 9 g |
| Saturated Fat | 2 g |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3 g |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3 g |
| Linoleic Acid | 3 g |
| α-Linolenic Acid | 0.4 g |
| Omega 3 - EPA | 0 mg |
| Omega 3 - DHA | 0 mg |
| Cholesterol | 5 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 2 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1 g |
| Total Sugars | 1 g |
| Added Sugars included | 0 g |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium | 97 mg |
| Potassium | 137 mg |
| Sodium | 104 mg |
| Copper | 30 mcg |
| Iron | 0 mg |
| Magnesium | 12 mg |
| Phosphorus | 71 mg |
| Selenium | 2 mcg |
| Zinc | 0 mg |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A | 22 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin C | 8 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 1 mg |
| Vitamin K | 12 mcg |
| Folate | 15 mcg DFE |
| Thiamin | 0 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 mg |
| Niacin | 0 mg |
| Choline | 5 mg |
Source:
- Adapted from Summer Squash, Italian Style
- Farm Fresh Summertime Recipes
- Connecticut Food Policy Council