Grilled Summer Squash

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
14%
Grilled Summer Squash
45 min.
4
85kcal

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If you're searching for a light and delightful side dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer, look no further than this Grilled Summer Squash recipe. Bursting with fresh flavors and vibrant colors, this simple yet satisfying dish is not only vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free, but also fits beautifully into a low FODMAP lifestyle. It's the ideal accompaniment to any meal, especially during warmer months when you're craving something fresh and healthy.

Imagine sinking your teeth into tender bites of baby zucchini and yellow squash, both carefully grilled to perfection. The gentle char adds a subtle smokiness that enhances the natural sweetness of the vegetables. Tossed in olive oil, salt, and black pepper, this dish is all about celebrating the fresh, seasonal produce available during the summer. Plus, with only 85 calories per serving, you can indulge without any guilt!

The preparation is incredibly straightforward—just a quick toss of ingredients, followed by a short grilling time, and your side dish is ready to impress. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or simply looking for a healthy addition to your weeknight dinner, Grilled Summer Squash is a versatile dish that lets the ingredients shine. Let's embrace the flavors of summer and add this delightful grilled dish to our table!

Ingredients

  • cups baby zucchini halved lengthwise
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • cups to 3 sized squashes yellow quartered

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill

Directions

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Combine baby zucchini and baby yellow squash in a large bowl.
  3. Add olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper; toss well.
  4. Place vegetables on a grill rack coated with cooking spray. Grill 5 minutes on each side or until lightly charred and tender.

Nutrition Facts

Calories85kcal
Protein10.42%
Fat72.21%
Carbs17.37%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16
Glycemic Load
0.44
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
6.7521739083788%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:84.57kcal
4.23%
Fat:7.36g
11.32%
Saturated Fat:1.05g
6.54%
Carbohydrates:3.98g
1.33%
Net Carbohydrates:2.61g
0.95%
Sugar:1.24g
1.38%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:293.86mg
12.78%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.39g
4.78%
Vitamin C:30.75mg
37.27%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.65%
Potassium:436.06mg
12.46%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.6%
Vitamin A:418.17IU
8.36%
Phosphorus:79.53mg
7.95%
Magnesium:30.5mg
7.62%
Folate:28.83µg
7.21%
Vitamin E:1.08mg
7.19%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.06%
Vitamin K:6.32µg
6.02%
Fiber:1.37g
5.47%
Copper:0.09mg
4.63%
Zinc:0.68mg
4.55%
Iron:0.75mg
4.19%
Vitamin B3:0.72mg
3.58%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.56%
Vitamin B5:0.32mg
3.19%
Calcium:22.85mg
2.29%
Source:My Recipes