Serves 4
103 cal · 22 min
Italian Inspired Summer Squash
Recipe GLPRe43924822108db
A light and elegant side dish featuring tender summer squash finished with melted Parmesan cheese and fresh basil. The squash is gently steamed, then broiled until the cheese becomes golden and bubbly, creating a simple yet impressive accompaniment to any Italian meal.
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Ingredients
2 tablespoons Vegetable oil, divided
1 medium Medium summer squash, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon Water
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon Fresh basil, chopped
6 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
Directions
Preheat your broiler to high. Wash the summer squash under cool running water and pat dry. Slice the squash into thin, uniform rounds, about 1/4 inch thick.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, carefully arrange the squash slices in a single layer in the pan.
Pour the water over the squash, then sprinkle with salt, black pepper to taste, and the fresh chopped basil. Cover the skillet with a lid or foil.
Reduce heat to medium and cook covered for about 5 minutes, until the squash is tender-crisp when pierced with a fork but still holds its shape.
Remove the lid carefully. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the squash, then drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil over the top.
Place the skillet under the preheated broiler for 2-3 minutes, watching carefully, until the cheese melts and turns golden brown. Remove from broiler and serve immediately.
