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Summer Squash Recipes
Enjoy our compiled list of 15 summer squash recipes. Plus 50 zucchini recipes and 30 suggested recipes to serve summer squash with!
But first let’s cover some FAQ.
What Is Summer Squash
Summer squashes are summer season crops. They include:
- Yellow Crooked Neck Squash
- Yellow Straightneck
- Striped Zucchini
- Yellow Zucchini
- Round and Oval
- Scallop
What Can I Do With Summer Squash
- Fry it.
- Freeze it.
- Slice it.
You can also consider the following ideas:
- Squash Casserole
- Zucchini Lasagna
- Summer Salads
- Zucchini Fries
- Scrambled Egg
- Zucchini Chips
- Saute Squash
- Mock Apple Pie
- Zucchini Bread
- Zucchini Cake
How Do I Store Yellow Squash
They are best stored in a plastic bag in the fridge, unwashed, with a few holes poked in it for airflow placed in the vegetable crisper drawer.
It will last approximately 1 week.
How Long Will Summer Squash Keep
How Long Does Yellow Squash Last On The Counter
If stored in a cool dry location it will last fo up to five weeks. If stored in warmer conditions or for long periods, the flesh will turn orange, dry, and stringy.
How Do I Freeze Summer Squash and Zucchini
Drain to remove excess moisture to prepare the squash for freezing. Place it in a freezer bag inside your freezer.
Can I Freeze Summer Squash Without Blanching
Yes. Consume the squash within 4 to 6 months. Only blanch if you are going to store the squash for a long time.
How Do You Preserve Summer Squash
Preserve summer squash by pickling or freezing.
Do You Peel Summer Squash
Gently scrub your squash. It is not necessary to peel it.
How Do You Get Water Out Of Summer Squash
Many vegetables, like zucchini, cucumber, eggplant and summer squash, have a high water content.
To avoid a soggy mess, salt and draining these vegetable first.
Method:
Cut it in half and sprinkle with salt. Place the cut side down on a couple of layers of paper towels and allow it to drain for 20 to 30 minutes.
The salt will draw the moisture out and the paper towel will absorb it. Rinse with cold water before cooking.
Do You Have To Blanch Squash Before Dehydrating
To retain the colour and texture, blanching your squash before dehydrating is a great idea.
How Long Will Dehydrated Squash Last
Stick bags of dehydrated food in the freezer for four days. After 4 days store the dehydrated squash in your pantry in a cool, dark place.
Can You Fry Dehydrated Squash
Yes. There are a few options
- Place in very hot water for about 10 minutes
- Add to a meal and cook the dish as you normally would.
- Fry it up.
How Do You Cook Squash Without Getting It Mushy
Wash the zucchini and squash under running water. Cut the stem ends off of each fruit.
Place in a rimmed baking sheet or pan, lined with paper towels to catch any grease drippings. Set the baking rack on top of your baking sheet.
This allows air to circulate on all sides of the zucchini and helps water evaporate so the zucchini is not soggy.
Watch cooking time.
What Meat Goes With Squash
- Pork
- Lamb
- Roasted Chicken
- Beef Stew
- Steak
- Bacon
Other Squash Recipes
What To Serve Summer Squash Recipes With
- Instant Pot Beef Recipes
- Ground Beef Recipes
- Salmon Recipes
- Vegan Meal Prep Ideas
- Chicken Thigh Recipes
- Delicious Vegan Meals
- Pork Chop Recipes
- Canned Tuna Recipes
- Easy Chicken Recipes
- Crock Pot Recipes
- Slow Cooker Recipes
- Chicken Instant Pot
- Vegan and Vegetarian Recipes
- Instant Pot Recipes
- Vegan Meal Prep Bowls
- Chicken Drumsticks
- One Pan Meals
- Balsamic Mushroom Recipes
- Salad Recipes With Chicken
- Easy Healthy Dinner Ideas
- Noodle Bowl Recipes
- Rice Noodle Recipes
- Buddha Bowl Recipes
- Chicken Drumsticks
Other Summer Recipes
- Easy Healthy Dinner Ideas
- BBQ Meatloaf Recipes
- Summer Dinner Recipes
- Summer Salad Recipes
- Easy Summer Appetizers
- Summer Instant Pot Recipes
- Orzo Recipes
15 Summer Squash Recipes
See recipes below.
Roasted Zucchini, Squash & Tomatoes
Read full details on: Cooking Classy
Sheet Pan Zucchini Chicken Enchiladas
Read full details on: Little Broken
Squash and Ricotta Stuffed Shells
Read full details on: Foodie Crush
Stuffed Zucchini Boats With Cilantro Lime Shrimp
Read full details on: Carlsbad Cravings
Butternut Squash Risotto
Read full details on: Carlsbad Cravings
Delicious Zucchini Pizza Crust Recipe
Read full details on: Ambitious Kitchen
Zucchini And Feta Fritters
Read full details on: Cooking LSL
Easy Sautéed Squash and Zucchini
Read full details on: Sweet C’S Designs
Zucchini Noodles with Teriyaki Chicken
Read full details on: Life Made Sweeter
Summer Vegetable Gratin
Read full details on: The Kitchn
Grilled Zucchini, Chickpea, Tomato, and Goat Cheese Salad
Read full details on: Two Peas & Their Pod
Easy Squash Casserole
Read full details on: Spend With Pennies
Summer Squash and Corn Fiesta Salad
Read full details on: Dishing Out Health
Zucchini Lasagna
Read full details on: Carlsbad Cravings
Sheet Pan Summer Vegetables and Chicken
Read full details on: Averie Cooks
