Deborah Madison's Summer Squash Tartines with Rosemary and Lemon

Vegetarian
Health score
37%
Deborah Madison's Summer Squash Tartines with Rosemary and Lemon
20 min.
4
835kcal

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Embrace the vibrant flavors of summer with Deborah Madison's exquisite Summer Squash Tartines with Rosemary and Lemon. This delightful vegetarian dish is a perfect addition to any gathering, whether it’s an elegant appetizer at a dinner party or a simple snack enjoyed with friends. Ready in just 20 minutes, it brings together the bright, fresh taste of seasonal ingredients in a way that will make your taste buds sing.

The foundation of these tartines is a crisp, toasted baguette, expertly brushed with olive oil and kissed with the aromatic essence of garlic. Each slice serves as a blank canvas, ready to be adorned with a rich layer of creamy ricotta cheese. The star of the dish is undoubtedly the sautéed summer squash, lightly cooked to retain its delicate texture and enhanced with fragrant rosemary and a hint of zesty lemon. This combination not only elevates the dish but also showcases the beauty of simple, wholesome ingredients.

Whether served as part of a chic antipasti platter or as a savory snack, these tartines are sure to impress. With 835 calories per serving and a delightful balance of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, they are as satisfying as they are delicious. Dive into a world of fresh flavors and easy preparation with this fantastic summer recipe!

Ingredients

  •  crusty baguette sliced
  • teaspoon rosemary leaves fresh minced
  •  lemon zest grated
  • teaspoon olive oil 
  • servings olive oil for the bread
  • 0.5 cup ricotta cheese 
  • servings salt and pepper freshly ground

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat the oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the squash, sauté for 1 minute or so to warm, then add a splash of water and cover. Cook over medium-high heat until the squash is soft, about 3 minutes.
  3. Remove the lid, add the rosemary and lemon zest, toss it with the squash, and then season with salt and pepper.
  4. Lightly brush the cut surface of the baguette pieces with olive oil, then toast until golden and crisp. While the bread is hot, rub the cut surfaces with the garlic.
  5. Spread the baguette pieces with the ricotta, then overlap the squash on top. Season with a bit more pepper and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories835kcal
Protein13.17%
Fat28.12%
Carbs58.71%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.69
Glycemic Load
82.77
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
28.534348090058%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.01mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:834.78kcal
41.74%
Fat:25.85g
39.78%
Saturated Fat:6g
37.52%
Carbohydrates:121.44g
40.48%
Net Carbohydrates:116.03g
42.19%
Sugar:11.87g
13.19%
Cholesterol:15.81mg
5.27%
Sodium:1765.23mg
76.75%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.24g
54.48%
Vitamin B1:1.46mg
97.33%
Selenium:47.51µg
67.87%
Folate:271.44µg
67.86%
Manganese:1.16mg
58.13%
Vitamin B3:11.39mg
56.94%
Vitamin B2:0.86mg
50.83%
Iron:8.84mg
49.12%
Calcium:329.03mg
32.9%
Phosphorus:286.68mg
28.67%
Fiber:5.41g
21.65%
Vitamin E:2.92mg
19.49%
Magnesium:68.66mg
17.17%
Vitamin K:16.87µg
16.07%
Zinc:2.34mg
15.59%
Copper:0.31mg
15.53%
Vitamin B6:0.28mg
13.8%
Vitamin B5:1.02mg
10.16%
Potassium:345.31mg
9.87%
Vitamin A:139.43IU
2.79%
Vitamin C:1.94mg
2.35%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.76%