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Published August 20, 2015. By Alyssa Brantley 5 Comments

Summer Squash and Tomatoes with Basil

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While it is true that 90% of the summer squash we are growing are becoming noodles, the rest are gracing our plates in side dishes like this.

Summer Squash and Tomatoes with Basil from www.EverydayMaven.com

I’m making lots of simple and flavorful preparations that don’t take very long to either prep or cook and highlights the ingredients.

This dish is a direct inspiration from our summer garden as we are growing all of the main ingredients (squash, tomatoes and basil). It’s something I have taken to making on days where my harvest of these ingredients is especially abundant and I have a feeling many of you out there who have gardens are in the same predicament.

It’s Vegan, naturally Gluten Free and loaded with flavor. While I think this is best served fresh, it still makes a nice side dish reheated and if you have some excellent quality aged balsamic vinegar on hand, a thin drizzle right before serving is awesome!

MORE SUMMER SQUASH RECIPES:

  • Low Carb Cheeseburger Stuffed Squash
  • Zucchini and Squash Casserole
  • Low Carb Sausage and Peppers

 

Summer Squash and Tomatoes with Basil from www.EverydayMaven.com

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Summer Squash and Tomatoes with Basil
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
 

Summer Squash and Tomatoes with Basil

Course: Sides
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Summer Squash and Tomatoes with Basil
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 104 kcal
Author: Alyssa Brantley
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Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 1/2 pounds summer squash quartered and cut into 1/4" thick pieces
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt divided
  • 10 to 12 turns freshly ground black pepper
  • 3/4 pound ripe tomatoes cut into bite sized pieces
  • handful fresh basil leaves cut into chiffonade
Instructions
To Prepare:
  1. Clean squash, quarter and slice into 1/4" thick pieces.

    Summer Squash and Tomatoes with Basil from www.EverydayMaven.com
  2. Cut tomatoes into bite sized pieces, removing any hard white cores. You do not have to remove the seeds unless you are using large beefsteak type tomatoes.

    Summer Squash and Tomatoes with Basil from www.EverydayMaven.com
  3. To chiffonade the basil leaves, lay the leaves flat in a pile, roll them from top to bottom and then thinly slice across the "roll". Here is a great tutorial.
To Cook:
  1. Heat a large frying pan over medium heat. Once hot add oil, squash and 1/2 teaspoon of the kosher salt along with freshly ground black pepper.

    Summer Squash and Tomatoes with Basil from www.EverydayMaven.com
  2. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes until squash are beginning to look translucent and fork tender.
  3. Add tomatoes, remaining 1/4 teaspoon of kosher salt and cook an additional 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently.

    Summer Squash and Tomatoes with Basil from www.EverydayMaven.com
  4. Remove from heat, stir in basil, adjust salt and pepper to taste, serve immediately and Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Summer Squash and Tomatoes with Basil
Amount Per Serving
Calories 104 Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 443mg19%
Potassium 647mg18%
Carbohydrates 9g3%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 5g6%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 1050IU21%
Vitamin C 40.6mg49%
Calcium 34mg3%
Iron 0.8mg4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  1. sushrut says

    September 7, 2015 at 11:01 am

    basil and tomatoes, great. Perfect 🙂 this salad with lemon and tomatoes makes good flavor.. thanks

    Reply
    • EverydayMaven says

      September 9, 2015 at 1:21 pm

      Thanks so much!

      Reply
      • sushrut says

        September 10, 2015 at 3:22 pm

        Don’t mention it 🙂 (x I love reading your blog. they are all great recipes here..

        Reply
  2. Julia says

    August 27, 2015 at 10:56 pm

    Wow! looks really tasty!. I just want to try this once. Thanks for the share.

    Reply
  3. [email protected] Riffs says

    August 26, 2015 at 7:35 am

    This is the kind of cooking we’re doing these days, too. Simple, quick, and tasty. What could be better? This looks terrific! And I happen to have all the ingredients on hand. 😉 Thanks so much.

    Reply

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