Summer Zucchini Squash & Tomatoes Sauté

Super EASY, Super FAST, & Best of all… Super Healthy!

This simple side dish is the perfect summer trio! Fresh from the garden zucchini, squash and cherry tomatoes make this dish so vibrant and flavorful.

This recipe can also be considered KETO friendly because it has only 5.5 grams of carbohydrates per 1.5 cup serving.

This easy sautéed side dish can be made in ONE skillet, so you won’t have much of a mess to clean up when you’re finished. It really doesn’t get any better than that 🙂

Recipe is below. As always, leave a comment below or like this post! I always love hearing from you all!

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp butter (I use Smart Balance)
  • 12 oz . zucchini (about 2 medium), diced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 12 oz . yellow squash (about 2 medium), diced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes
  • 3/4 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil and butter in a 12-inch non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add in zucchini and squash and sauté 4 minutes. 
  2. Add in tomatoes, then evenly sprinkle in Italian seasoning, minced garlic, and season with black pepper to taste.
  3. Continue to saute, tossing occasionally, until squash is tender and tomatoes are beginning to burst, about 3 – 5 minutes longer. 
  4. Sprinkle in half the parmesan and toss then sprinkle remaining parmesan over top. Serve warm.

NUTRITION

  • Serving Size: 1.5 cup
  • Calories: 165
  • Sugar: 3.1g
  • Sodium: 175.9mg
  • Fat: 13.2g
  • Saturated Fat: 5.1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5.5g
  • Fiber: 1.1g
  • Protein: 4.8g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Published by _heal.thy.self_

Hey guys! My name is Hannah Jeffery, and I am currently in school to become a registered dietitian. I love food and nutrition, so I decided to create a blog that reflects my passion! I hope you all enjoy my recipes, as they are all based with healthy, wholesome ingredients.

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