Squash and Zucchini With Hot Peppers and Herbs

Published June 27, 1989

Total Time
20 minutes
Rating
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Ingredients

Yield:6 to 8 servings
  • 4 small yellow squash, about 2 pounds

  • 6 small zucchini, about 2 pounds

  • 8 ripe plum tomatoes, about 1 ½ pounds

  • 4 tablespoons olive oil

  • 2 cups coarsely chopped onions

  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic

  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped jalapeno peppers

  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme, broken into ½-inch lengths, or 1 teaspoon dried

  • 1 bay leaf

  • Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

Ingredient Substitution Guide
Nutritional analysis per serving (6 to 8 servings)

25 grams carbs; 168 calories; 5 grams monosaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 1 gram saturated fat; 8 grams fat; 6 grams fiber; 846 milligrams sodium; 4 grams protein; 9 grams sugar

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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