Squash and Zucchini With Hot Peppers and Herbs

Total Time
20 minutes
Rating
4(43)
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Ingredients

Yield:6 to 8 servings
  • 4small yellow squash, about 2 pounds
  • 6small zucchini, about 2 pounds
  • 8ripe plum tomatoes, about 1½ pounds
  • 4tablespoons olive oil
  • 2cups coarsely chopped onions
  • 1tablespoon finely chopped garlic
  • 1teaspoon finely chopped jalapeno peppers
  • 4sprigs fresh thyme, broken into ½-inch lengths, or 1 teaspoon dried
  • 1bay leaf
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
  • 2tablespoons chopped fresh basil
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Nutritional analysis per serving (8 servings)

201 calories; 8 grams fat; 1 gram saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 5 grams monounsaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 34 grams carbohydrates; 7 grams dietary fiber; 6 grams sugars; 4 grams protein; 1083 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Trim and cut the yellow squash and zucchini into ¼-inch slices. Cut the tomatoes into 1-inch cubes.

  2. Step 2

    Heat the oil in a large skillet and add the zucchini and yellow squash. Cook over high heat, stirring gently, until cooked but still firm, about 5 minutes. Add the onions, garlic and jalapeno peppers and toss to blend.

  3. Step 3

    Add the thyme, bay leaf, tomatoes, salt and pepper. Stir to blend and cook, tossing and turning, about 5 minutes. Add the basil and stir. Remove the bay leaf and serve hot.

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