Steamed Squash Medley with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

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I invented this recipe on vacation when the produce stands were overflowing with young, tender zucchini and yellow squash. The secret is the sun-dried tomatoes. Enjoy!

Submitted by Kate Holmgreen
Updated on January 14, 2022
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

  • 6 dehydrated sun-dried tomatoes

  • 2 cups boiling water

  • 6 small zucchini, sliced

  • 6 small yellow squash, sliced

  • 1 sweet onion, chopped

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • 1 teaspoon white sugar

  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • salt to taste

Directions

  1. Place the sun-dried tomatoes in a bowl with the boiling water, and allow to sit 10 minutes. Remove tomatoes with a slotted spoon, and coarsely chop. Reserve the water.

  2. Transfer the reserved sun-dried tomato water to a saucepan, and bring to a boil. Place the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, zucchini, squash, and onion in a steamer basket, and set over the boiling water. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 15 minutes, or until vegetables are tender. Discard water.

  3. Transfer the steamed vegetables to a bowl, and mix with butter, sugar, pepper, and salt to serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

103 Calories
5g Fat
15g Carbs
4g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 103
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g 6%
Saturated Fat 3g 13%
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Sodium 85mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate 15g 5%
Dietary Fiber 5g 19%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 4g 7%
Vitamin C 38mg 42%
Calcium 64mg 5%
Iron 2mg 8%
Potassium 793mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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