Description
Sautéed Patty Pan Squash is a vibrant and flavorful dish that highlights the unique taste of patty pan squash, complemented by garlic, lemon zest, and a touch of heat from red pepper flakes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic – minced
- 3 patty pan squash – cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the patty pan squash and cook for about 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Add lemon zest and red pepper flakes, mixing well.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
Feel free to adjust the amount of red pepper flakes according to your spice preference. This dish pairs well with grilled meats or as a delicious vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
Keywords: Sautéed Patty Pan Squash, patty pan squash recipe, sautéed vegetables, healthy side dish