Simplest Summer Summer Squash Recipe

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Simplest Summer Summer Squash
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Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2-2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 lbs summer squash , peeling optional, cut into 1/2 inch slices

Directions:

  1. Place a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. After about a minute, add 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and swirl to coat the pan.
  3. Add the onions and salt.
  4. Cook, stirring often, for about 10 minutes, until the onions become tender and lightly golden.
  5. Transfer to a bowl and set them aside.
  6. Without cleaning the pan, return it to medium heat and coat with a little more olive oil.
  7. Add the squash in a single layer and cook without stirring, until very golden on the bottom, 1 - 2 minutes.
  8. Scrape the squash loose and toss or stir to flip it over.
  9. Continue cooking undisturbed for 1-2 minutes longer or until golden brown on the other side.
  10. Toss in the garlic and cook for a minute or so then return the onions to the pan. Mix well.
  11. Season to taste with more salt and a good amount of freshly ground black pepper.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 107.8 Kcal (451 kJ)
Calories from fat 55.19 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.13g 9%
Sodium 79.6mg 3%
Potassium 392.64mg 8%
Total Carbs 11.98g 4%
Sugars 5.61g 22%
Dietary Fiber 2.81g 11%
Protein 2.29g 5%
Vitamin C 34.7mg 58%
Calcium 46.3mg 5%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 46.45 Kcal (194 kJ)
Calories from fat 23.78 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.64g 9%
Sodium 34.3mg 3%
Potassium 169.18mg 8%
Total Carbs 5.16g 4%
Sugars 2.42g 22%
Dietary Fiber 1.21g 11%
Protein 0.99g 5%
Vitamin C 14.9mg 58%
Calcium 19.9mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 2.1
    Points
  • 3
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • very low sodium,
  • cholesterol free

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