RECIPES
Grilled Summer Squash
Leaf'd Box | August 4, 2020
Summer squash are one of our favorite parts of summer, and for good reason! They come in all shapes and sizes, and can produce an amazing amount on each plant. One of the best ways to enjoy them is by breaking out the BBQ on a warm summer evening.
Squash are really versatile and can be picked when they're very small, but can also be left until they get really huge! Our favorites are when they're small (about 3" for zucchini, 2" for round patty squash) or medium sized (8" for zucchini, 3-4" for the patty squash). This is when they're most tender. The great thing about squash is that you can keep picking them for quite some time -- often for a month or two. You'll know it's time to retire your squash plant to the compost bin once it stops producing flowers and the last squash are being picked.
Here's one of our favorite (and really simple) recipes to use your summer squash!
INGREDIENTS
For this healthy and flavorful dish, you will need the following:
- 2-3 cups of Summer Squash (whole baby squash or larger squash cut into 3/4* slices).
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- Your favorite herbs, to taste (basil, oregano, garlic powder are some of our favorites)
INSTRUCTIONS
Step 1: Prep the Squash
Cut squash into 3/4" slices if needed (baby squash can go straight on the grill or can be cut in half).
Step 2: Season to Taste
Toss the squash with a drizzle of olive oil, as well as salt, pepper, and spices to taste (try some fresh ones from your Leaf'd Box!).
Step 3: Grill
Grill on medium-high heat for around 4-6 minutes. Cook until slightly charred and tender, turning once.
Step 4: Serve and Enjoy!
Enjoy as a burger patty, a warm side dish, or on a rice bowl shortly after taking off the grill.
We hope you’ve enjoyed growing various squash with us this season! Be sure to tag us in your culinary creations @leafedbox on Instagram so we can learn from you, too!
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