Egg Salad in Squash Boats

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
8%
Egg Salad in Squash Boats
20 min.
6
145kcal

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If you’re looking for a deliciously unique side dish that’s both vegetarian and gluten-free, look no further than our delightful Egg Salad in Squash Boats! This recipe beautifully combines the creamy goodness of a classic egg salad with the freshness of summer squash, creating a visually appealing and flavorful dish that’s sure to impress your guests.

With just 20 minutes of preparation time, you can whip up this light and nutritious recipe, perfect for any occasion—from garden parties to picnics to everyday snacking. The tender yellow squash serves as the perfect vessel for a hearty egg salad filled with the crunch of fresh celery and the vibrant colors of red bell pepper. Enhanced with a touch of cayenne pepper for a slight kick, along with fragrant herbs like basil and dill, this dish promises a burst of flavor in every bite.

Not only is this Egg Salad in Squash Boats a feast for the eyes, but it also offers a well-balanced caloric breakdown that’s low in carbs while packing a protein punch, making it an excellent choice for health-conscious eaters. Serve these squash boats as an attractive antipasti or side dish that will be a hit at any gathering. Your guests will wonder how something so exquisite could be so simple to make!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon cayenne pepper 
  • 0.3 cup celery minced
  • tablespoons basil fresh chopped
  • tablespoon dill weed fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup olives green sliced
  •  hard-cooked eggs finely chopped
  • tablespoons mayonnaise 
  • 0.3 cup bell pepper red minced
  • 0.3 teaspoon lawry's seasoned salt 
  • 0.3 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • medium baby squash yellow

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot
  • plastic wrap

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
  2. Cut squash in half lengthwise.
  3. Remove and discard pulp. Blanch squash halves by putting in boiling water for about 30 seconds. Plunge squash in ice water to stop cooking.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine chopped eggs, celery, red pepper, sliced green olives, shredded cheese, basil, dill and mayonnaise. Season with cayenne and seasoned salt.
  5. Mix well.
  6. Spoon egg mixture into squash halves, mounding if necessary. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled thoroughly.

Nutrition Facts

Calories145kcal
Protein20.76%
Fat58.54%
Carbs20.7%

Properties

Glycemic Index
48.33
Glycemic Load
1.57
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
13.846956605497%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.12mg
Luteolin
0.11mg
Isorhamnetin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:144.78kcal
7.24%
Fat:9.89g
15.21%
Saturated Fat:2.75g
17.17%
Carbohydrates:7.87g
2.62%
Net Carbohydrates:5.29g
1.92%
Sugar:5.09g
5.65%
Cholesterol:131mg
43.67%
Sodium:294.03mg
12.78%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.89g
15.78%
Vitamin C:41.64mg
50.47%
Vitamin B2:0.48mg
28.27%
Vitamin B6:0.5mg
24.87%
Folate:77.91µg
19.48%
Manganese:0.37mg
18.71%
Vitamin A:925.92IU
18.52%
Selenium:12.18µg
17.4%
Vitamin K:18.15µg
17.28%
Potassium:590.64mg
16.88%
Phosphorus:157.87mg
15.79%
Fiber:2.57g
10.3%
Magnesium:40.39mg
10.1%
Calcium:86.27mg
8.63%
Vitamin B5:0.83mg
8.3%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.26%
Zinc:1.13mg
7.53%
Vitamin E:1.12mg
7.47%
Vitamin B12:0.43µg
7.09%
Iron:1.2mg
6.64%
Copper:0.12mg
5.95%
Vitamin B3:1.08mg
5.4%
Vitamin D:0.77µg
5.14%
Source:Allrecipes