I have a zucchini and summer squash to use....?

Question

I would like to sautee them on the stove and eat for dinner tonight.

How big should the slices be?
Should I leave the skin on or peel them?
What should I sautee them in?
What should I add to the pan?

Answer 1

I kind of do a stir-fry with them. I cut mine kind of thick, about 1/2", then quarter the slices. I leave the skin on. I use a non-stick skillet that's big enough that they have room to move. I use olive oil and garlic to saute them in. Plus herbs of choice, like basil and oregano.

Answer 2

Slice the squash and zucchini in half lengthwise and then slice into pieces about 1/2 inch thick. Saute all of it in some olive oil, garlic and red pepper for a little spice. If you want to get creative, add some oregano and canned tomatoes for Italian zucchini. Enjoy!

Answer 3

No need to peel. Slice them in strips, also slice some onion. Then add a combination of olive oil and butter... about 1/4 cup total.... maybe more. Saute until crisp tender. Season with garlic salt , pepper, and salt. Sprinkle some Parmesan over before serving.

Answer 4

Some ideas for you here: Leave the skin on.

2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 cup scallions, sliced
4 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into strips
1 medium green bell pepper, cut into strips
1 medium yellow summer squash sliced into 1/8-inch rounds
1 medium zucchini sliced into 1/8-inch rounds
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add paprika and stir thoroughly. Add scallions and garlic; saute for 2 minutes. Add all other ingredients, partially cover and sauté over medium low heat for 15 to 17 minutes, or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.

Pasta with Summer Squash Saute
8 ounces dry rotini pasta, uncooked
Olive Oil No-Stick Cooking Spray
2 medium zucchini, cut into thin strips
1 medium onion, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
1 cup frozen green peas
1 large tomato, finely chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/4 teaspoon seasoned pepper blend

Cook pasta according to package directions.
Meanwhile, spray large skillet with cooking spray. Add zucchini, onions and peas; cook 2 minutes over medium heat, stirring frequently. Stir in tomatoes, salt, basil and pepper blend; cover. Cook 5 minutes, or until vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally. Spray evenly with cooking spray.
Drain pasta. Spray evenly with cooking spray; toss to coat. Add vegetable mixture; toss lightly.

Answer 5

just cut them up in bite size i personally steam them w/ a little lemon pepper to taste or just put them in a salad uncooked.the skin has the vitamins i recommend leaving them on but that is up to you!also zuccinni makes a great bread!