Bask in the flavors of summer with these healthy Yellow Squash Recipes. Turn this vibrant vegetable into a culinary celebration with dishes ranging from sauteed delights to refreshing salads.
These recipes add a burst of sunshine to your plate, making summer dining a healthy and delicious experience.
1. Summer Squash Saute
Combine yellow squash, zucchini, garlic and parmesan with cherry tomatoes for a savory combination you will love serving. Easy and delicious- this saute comes together in no time on the frying pan with olive oil and additional seasonings.
2. Yellow Squash Au Gratin
Everyone loves a good au gratin recipe but this one has a fun and nutritious twist. Skip the potatoes and use thinly sliced zucchini and squash for a melty, cheesy dish of goodness. With only a few ingredients, this is a filling and effortless vegan meal.
3. Roasted Summer Squash
Achieve a crispy, well-seasoned summer squash appetizer with this easy recipe. Thinly slice fresh summer squash and add panko bread crumbs, seasoning, and cheese for a savory and unique side dish you’ll love serving year-round.
4. Yellow Squash Casserole
Take your favorite summer veggie and turn it into a hearty, cheesy casserole with this incredible recipe. With ingredients like crushed crackers, cheddar cheese, and various seasonings, you can count on a delicious squash casserole.
5. Yellow Squash Pickles
With only a few ingredients, you can make perfect, sweet pickles at home out of yellow squash. Featuring white vinegar, mustard, celery seeds, and red onion, this sweet but sour combination is certain to get you some delicious squash pickles.
6. Spicy Squash Pickles
This squash pickle recipe is the opposite of sweet- it packs a mean bite but an incredible amount of flavor. Coriander seeds, red pepper flakes, and peppercorns add to the heat in this easy-to-do pickle recipe.
7. Southern Squash Casserole
This flavor-packed recipe brings in the big guns with ingredients such as mayo, sour cream, and parmesan cheese. You can expect a creamy and crumbly casserole with this incredible squash-based dish.
8. Yellow Squash Fritters
This fried appetizer is an easy and delicious meal you’ll love throwing together in a pinch. Simply slice your squash, season it, and pan-fry them for a crispy treat.
9 Summer Squash Quinoa
This healthy recipe pairs two incredible ingredients- squash and quinoa. Add a few spices and olive oil for a delicious, nutritious pick-me-up that you will love serving.
10. Squash & Onions
This easy recipe only contains a few ingredients and can be thrown together in a pinch. Savory and salty, with incredible seasoning, you will simply love this unique way to prepare summer squash.
11. Stuffed Yellow Squash w/Bacon
This simple recipe is hearty and delicious. Featuring a few easy ingredients such as bacon, cheese, Ritz cracker crumbs, and diced tomatoes, this stuffed squash recipe is a kid favorite.
12. Squash Patties
Put a fun twist on squash with these pan-fried squash patties. Gather a few ingredients such as peppers, onion, and various seasonings. For the perfect breading, use egg and cornmeal with flour to get that nice, crispy patty.
13. Summer Squash Bread
Like a classic banana bread, this warm and delicious treat pairs all of your kitchen staples such as flour, sugar, eggs, and butter with summer squash for a unique dessert.
14. Summer Squash Pizza
It’s all in the title. Gather all your regular ingredients to make a pizza base, but substitute your average topping for delicious summer squash. Top with fresh basil and oregano for that classic Italian flavor.
15. Summer Squash & Basil Pasta
Delicious summer squash pairs well with the pasta of your choice and is complimented with a creamy tomato sauce and fresh basil in this incredible recipe. Not only does this have an appealing presence but it is also packed with nutrients.
16. Orzo w/Summer Squash & Pesto
This easy recipe primarily contains orzo and squash in a delicious pesto sauce. Add in a few key flavor enhancers such as garlic and parmesan for added flavor.
17. Summer Squash Soup
While it may not always be the first recipe on the list to make during the summer months, summer squash soup is simply divine. Featuring a wide range of flavor-enhancing seasonings and ingredients such as garlic and white wine, this soup is good year-round!
18. Summer Squash Lasagna
This fun summer twist on lasagna is perfect for switching things up. Choose ground beef or turkey and layer your lasagna with pasta, thin layers of summer squash, and tomato sauce, along with delicious cheese.
19. Chicken & Squash Fajitas
Zucchini, yellow squash, and carrots make the perfect trio inside of a wrap with freshly grilled chicken breast. Personalize effortlessly with seasonings of your choice or stick to the basics like tomato, onions, and garlic.
Whether you’re in the mood for a meal or looking for a delicious treat, these recipes all feature your favorite summer veggie- squash! From squash casserole to pizza and pasta dishes, you simply can’t go wrong with this collection of easy and incredible recipes.
