Summer in the South means a veggie invasion – that period in July and August when everyone is looking for ways to use up summer squash and zucchini. I know my garden is overrun with it, and my friends, family and coworkers are just as squashed out as I am (as in, eating it at every meal).
But if you’re going to be eating a lot of something, it might as well be squash. Raw yellow summer squash has virtually no calories – a whole cup has just 18 calories and 1 fat calorie (though that doesn’t count the ranch dressing that I like to dip it in) – and it’s a great source of vitamin C, an antioxidant that helps promote healing in skin, bones and connective tissue. Cooking the squash doubles the calories, but with just 36 calories in a cup, it certainly is one of the healthier options you can enjoy.
So if you’re looking for some creative ways to put your squash harvest to good use this summer, consider five of our favorite ideas:
22 Ways to Use Up Your Yellow Squash Bumper Crop01 of 22. Yellow Squash Casserole. … 02 of 22. California Grilled Veggie Sandwich. … 03 of 22. Pasta Primavera with Italian Turkey Sausage. … 04 of 22. Farmers’ Market Vegetarian Quesadillas. … 05 of 22. Disney’s Ratatouille. … 06 of 22. Mexican Zucchini Cheese Soup. … 07 of 22. … 08 of 22.
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01 of 22. Yellow Squash Casserole. …
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02 of 22. California Grilled Veggie Sandwich. …
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03 of 22. Pasta Primavera with Italian Turkey Sausage. …
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04 of 22. Farmers’ Market Vegetarian Quesadillas. …
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05 of 22. Disney’s Ratatouille. …
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06 of 22. Mexican Zucchini Cheese Soup. …
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Fry Squash Into Fritters or Croquettes
Hands down, this is one of our most popular summer recipes. Even if your family isn’t a huge fan of squash, they won’t even know that’s the secret ingredient in these fried croquettes. For picky eaters, add aioli or even ketchup as a dipping sauce.
Slice Squash Into Noodles
If you’re looking for a healthier pasta replacement, there’s no doubt you’re familiar with the technique of spiralizing squash and zucchini into fine ribbons or “noodles.” Even if you don’t have a spiralizer, you can use a normal vegetable peeler to create these long strips of squash, which you can boil and top with pasta sauce or create a Zucchini Noodle Salad. Just don’t forget to drain them first – especially if you’re making our Zucchini Noodle Skillet Lasagna.
How To Cook Summer Yellow Squash | Brenda Gantt Recipes | Cooking With Brenda Gantt 2022
FAQ
Can I freeze yellow squash?
How do you preserve excess yellow squash?
How do you use a lot of squash?
What can you make with yellow squash?
You can make yellow squash into a creamy pureed soup: just like you would with butternut squash! It’s got a load of spices and coconut milk to make it creamy (or substitute heavy cream). via Naturally Ella Did you know you can use yellow squash in quick breads: just like you would zucchini?
Should a diabetic eat yellow squash?
Diabetic individuals can safely eat yellow squash. They are low in carbohydrates and filled with vitamins, like most vegetables. According to the USDA, an entire medium-size yellow squash contains about 7 grams of carbohydrates. Yellow squash can be eaten cooked at meals and paired with protein and additional complex carbs to meet your needs for a balanced diabetic-friendly meal.
How to cook yellow squash?
Here’s one of the best and easiest ways to cook this bright and sunny vegetable: roasted yellow squash! There’s no need to stand over a sauté pan at all. Just pop them in the oven with Italian herbs and Parmesan cheese and roast them until tender! It’s a totally hands off method and cooks this veggie like a charm.
What to do with old squash?
Make Squash Kid-Friendly Turn boring old squash into fun shapes, like these zucchini boats. You can stuff them with anything – we like this taco-inspired combination of rice, salsa and chickpeas. Add a toothpick to create a fun tomato “sail.” 5. Diversify Your Squash Recipe Repertoire