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Highlight summer produce with these delicious yellow squash recipes. Yellow squash, which is sometimes known as summer squash, is a great substitution for zucchini. Plus, it adds a pop of color to any dish. Recipes like Cheesy Summer Squash Casserole and Olive Oil-Braised Summer Squash are healthy, fresh and celebrate the end of summer.
01of 26Lemon-Pepper Linguine with SquashView RecipeThinly sliced zucchini and summer squash bulk up this easy vegetarian pasta recipe. Saving a bit of the starchy pasta-cooking water to toss with grated cheese, herbs and bright lemon at the end is the secret to a fast, silky no-cook pasta sauce. Source: EatingWell Magazine, May/June 2018
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Lemon-Pepper Linguine with Squash
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Thinly sliced zucchini and summer squash bulk up this easy vegetarian pasta recipe. Saving a bit of the starchy pasta-cooking water to toss with grated cheese, herbs and bright lemon at the end is the secret to a fast, silky no-cook pasta sauce. Source: EatingWell Magazine, May/June 2018
02of 26Cheesy Summer Squash CasseroleView RecipeThis squash casserole is a great rendition of the classic–it’s still super cheesy, but much healthier for you. Look for medium or even small squash, as large ones tend to water out more. Be sure to remove as much water as possible after boiling the veggies and before assembling the casserole so it doesn’t get soupy. Source: EatingWell.com, October 2019
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Cheesy Summer Squash Casserole
This squash casserole is a great rendition of the classic–it’s still super cheesy, but much healthier for you. Look for medium or even small squash, as large ones tend to water out more. Be sure to remove as much water as possible after boiling the veggies and before assembling the casserole so it doesn’t get soupy. Source: EatingWell.com, October 2019
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Baked Garlic-Lemon Summer Squash Curly Fries
04of 26Spiralized Zucchini & Summer Squash CasseroleView RecipeIf you don’t have a spiralizer to make this healthy zucchini noodle casserole (aka zoodles), use a vegetable peeler to make long thin strips of the squash and zucchini, stopping when you reach the seedy center. Just a few minutes under the broiler gives these ricotta-and-basil-filled nests a light golden top. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2017
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Spiralized Zucchini & Summer Squash Casserole
If you don’t have a spiralizer to make this healthy zucchini noodle casserole (aka zoodles), use a vegetable peeler to make long thin strips of the squash and zucchini, stopping when you reach the seedy center. Just a few minutes under the broiler gives these ricotta-and-basil-filled nests a light golden top. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2017
05of 26Olive Oil-Braised Summer SquashView RecipeZucchini or any other kind of summer squash will work in this easy vegetable side dish. Serve with grilled chicken or fish for a quick and healthy dinner. Source: EatingWell Magazine, June 2019
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Olive Oil-Braised Summer Squash
Zucchini or any other kind of summer squash will work in this easy vegetable side dish. Serve with grilled chicken or fish for a quick and healthy dinner. Source: EatingWell Magazine, June 2019
06of 26Homemade Nachos with Ratatouille & FetaIn this new spin on sheet-pan nachos, we top homemade pita chips with ratatouille and feta for a healthy snack or meal that kids and adults will enjoy. Baking your own pita chips is easy, plus it helps keep sodium levels in check to balance out the salty feta on top. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2019
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Homemade Nachos with Ratatouille & Feta
In this new spin on sheet-pan nachos, we top homemade pita chips with ratatouille and feta for a healthy snack or meal that kids and adults will enjoy. Baking your own pita chips is easy, plus it helps keep sodium levels in check to balance out the salty feta on top. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2019
07of 26Cheesy Squash BakeView RecipeHere’s a terrific way to dress up the last of the season’s summer squash. Reduced-fat cheddar cheese gives this side dish recipe plenty of flavor. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
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Cheesy Squash Bake
Here’s a terrific way to dress up the last of the season’s summer squash. Reduced-fat cheddar cheese gives this side dish recipe plenty of flavor. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
08of 26Tomato & Squash Pizza with Cauliflower CrustView RecipeThe combination of squash, tomatoes and basil give this pizza a summery-fresh vibe. The cauliflower crust resembles a lower-carb Boboli crust with cruciferous undertones–it’s soft and tender, but has very nice caramelization. If you can’t find cauliflower rice, chop up a pound and a half of florets and process them in the food processor. Source: EatingWell.com, October 2019
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Tomato & Squash Pizza with Cauliflower Crust
The combination of squash, tomatoes and basil give this pizza a summery-fresh vibe. The cauliflower crust resembles a lower-carb Boboli crust with cruciferous undertones–it’s soft and tender, but has very nice caramelization. If you can’t find cauliflower rice, chop up a pound and a half of florets and process them in the food processor. Source: EatingWell.com, October 2019
09of 26Grilled Eggplant & Summer Squash SaladView RecipeThe homemade balsamic reduction is the key to this healthy grilled eggplant and summer squash salad. It’s easy to make but watch the vinegar as it reduces; it can burn easily. If you have any left over, drizzle it on strawberries. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Summer 2019
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Grilled Eggplant & Summer Squash Salad
The homemade balsamic reduction is the key to this healthy grilled eggplant and summer squash salad. It’s easy to make but watch the vinegar as it reduces; it can burn easily. If you have any left over, drizzle it on strawberries. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Summer 2019
10of 26Parmesan-Squash CakesView RecipeIn this recipe we shred summer squash and use it like shredded potatoes to make tasty little pancakes flavored with Parmesan cheese and shallots. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2009
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Parmesan-Squash Cakes
In this recipe we shred summer squash and use it like shredded potatoes to make tasty little pancakes flavored with Parmesan cheese and shallots. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2009
11of 26Greek Summer-Squash Grilled PizzaView RecipeSpreading roasted red pepper hummus on this easy grilled pizza makes a fast and easy base for tender summer squash and salty chunks of feta. Best of all? This healthy pizza is ready in 20 minutes. Source: EatingWell Magazine, May/June 2018
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Greek Summer-Squash Grilled Pizza
Spreading roasted red pepper hummus on this easy grilled pizza makes a fast and easy base for tender summer squash and salty chunks of feta. Best of all? This healthy pizza is ready in 20 minutes. Source: EatingWell Magazine, May/June 2018
12of 26String Beans & Summer SquashIn this summery recipe for summer squash and green beans, cooking the string beans and summer squash in a little seasoned broth adds flavor with minimal effort. Try any fresh herb you have on hand and swap yellow summer squash for zucchini if you prefer. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2012
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String Beans & Summer Squash
In this summery recipe for summer squash and green beans, cooking the string beans and summer squash in a little seasoned broth adds flavor with minimal effort. Try any fresh herb you have on hand and swap yellow summer squash for zucchini if you prefer. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2012
13of 26Summer Vegetable Gnocchi SaladView RecipeThis riff on pasta salad is best served warm while the gnocchi are nice and tender. Plus, the grilled veggies taste extra-good fresh off the fire in this easy gnocchi recipe. Source: EatingWell Magazine, June 2020
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Summer Vegetable Gnocchi Salad
This riff on pasta salad is best served warm while the gnocchi are nice and tender. Plus, the grilled veggies taste extra-good fresh off the fire in this easy gnocchi recipe. Source: EatingWell Magazine, June 2020
14of 26Blue Cheese-Stuffed Summer SquashPiquant blue cheese, with a bit of fat, has so much flavor that a small amount is satisfying. This vegetable side dish recipe is suitable for diabetic food plans. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
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Blue Cheese-Stuffed Summer Squash
Piquant blue cheese, with a bit of fat, has so much flavor that a small amount is satisfying. This vegetable side dish recipe is suitable for diabetic food plans. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
15of 26Grilled Dijon Scallops and SquashA simple honey-mustard dressing seasons both the squash and scallops in this quick-and-easy grilled recipe, ready in just 25 minutes. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
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Grilled Dijon Scallops and Squash
A simple honey-mustard dressing seasons both the squash and scallops in this quick-and-easy grilled recipe, ready in just 25 minutes. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
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French Ratatouille
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Slow-Cooker Quinoa-Summer Squash Casserole
18of 26Grilled Squash & Manchego Quesadillas with Nectarine-Tomato SalsaView RecipeHere’s a fun quesadilla appetizer that your family will love! Grilled fresh summer squash and buttery Manchego cheese make a unique quesadilla filling that tastes amazing with a nectarine and tomato salsa. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
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Grilled Squash & Manchego Quesadillas with Nectarine-Tomato Salsa
Here’s a fun quesadilla appetizer that your family will love! Grilled fresh summer squash and buttery Manchego cheese make a unique quesadilla filling that tastes amazing with a nectarine and tomato salsa. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
19of 26Grilled Summer Squash, Onions, and TomatoesView RecipeEnjoy the freshest summer vegetables hot off the grill, flavored with herbs and a hint of garlic. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
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Grilled Summer Squash, Onions, and Tomatoes
Enjoy the freshest summer vegetables hot off the grill, flavored with herbs and a hint of garlic. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
20of 26Caprese Zucchini CasseroleView RecipeA summertime favorite–zucchini casserole–gets an Italian spin in this delicious and healthy side dish with tomatoes, mozzarella and basil. You can use zucchini or summer squash in this caprese-style casserole, or a combination of the two. A sprinkling of fresh basil and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar just before serving brightens up the flavors. Serve with grilled or roasted chicken and some quinoa, rice or couscous to soak up the juices from the casserole for a satisfying and easy dinner. Source: EatingWell.com, June 2019
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Caprese Zucchini Casserole
A summertime favorite–zucchini casserole–gets an Italian spin in this delicious and healthy side dish with tomatoes, mozzarella and basil. You can use zucchini or summer squash in this caprese-style casserole, or a combination of the two. A sprinkling of fresh basil and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar just before serving brightens up the flavors. Serve with grilled or roasted chicken and some quinoa, rice or couscous to soak up the juices from the casserole for a satisfying and easy dinner. Source: EatingWell.com, June 2019
21of 26Pesto Chicken with Summer SquashThis quick-and-easy dinner will be ready in just 15 minutes. Seasoned with a time-saving, store-bought pesto sauce, chicken and summer squash happily coexist on a sheet pan where they are broiled to perfection. This means you can spend more time enjoying your meal–and less time cleaning up! Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
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Pesto Chicken with Summer Squash
This quick-and-easy dinner will be ready in just 15 minutes. Seasoned with a time-saving, store-bought pesto sauce, chicken and summer squash happily coexist on a sheet pan where they are broiled to perfection. This means you can spend more time enjoying your meal–and less time cleaning up! Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
22of 26Grilled Vegetable SandwichesThese ready-in-30-minutes, vegetarian-friendly sandwiches are topped with mozzarella cheese and fresh basil leaves. Feel free to replace the suggested grilled vegetables with your personal favorites. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
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Grilled Vegetable Sandwiches
These ready-in-30-minutes, vegetarian-friendly sandwiches are topped with mozzarella cheese and fresh basil leaves. Feel free to replace the suggested grilled vegetables with your personal favorites. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
23of 26Popover Pizza CasseroleThis unique take on a pizza casserole combines mushrooms, summer squash, onion, sweet pepper and ground turkey. Not only is it easy to prepare, but it fits into a diabetic friendly diet. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
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Popover Pizza Casserole
This unique take on a pizza casserole combines mushrooms, summer squash, onion, sweet pepper and ground turkey. Not only is it easy to prepare, but it fits into a diabetic friendly diet. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
24of 26Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo with Summer VegetablesView RecipeThis creamy and delicious summery twist on fettuccine alfredo is sure to become your new favorite pasta meal. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
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Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo with Summer Vegetables
This creamy and delicious summery twist on fettuccine alfredo is sure to become your new favorite pasta meal. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
25of 26Balsamic Roasted Chicken and VegetablesView RecipeOil and balsamic vinegar are the simple flavors that merge roasted chicken and vegetables together in this healthy recipe. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
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Balsamic Roasted Chicken and Vegetables
Oil and balsamic vinegar are the simple flavors that merge roasted chicken and vegetables together in this healthy recipe. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
26of 26Tex-Mex Summer Squash CasseroleChiles and cheese turn mild summer squash into a zesty, satisfying casserole. The jalapenos make this dish quite hot; if you prefer a milder version, use a second can of diced green chiles instead. Source: EatingWell Magazine, Summer 2004
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Tex-Mex Summer Squash Casserole
Chiles and cheese turn mild summer squash into a zesty, satisfying casserole. The jalapenos make this dish quite hot; if you prefer a milder version, use a second can of diced green chiles instead. Source: EatingWell Magazine, Summer 2004
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