Fiesta Yellow Squash

Add a burst of color and bold flavors to your table with Fiesta Yellow Squash! This healthy, quick, and easy skillet recipe combines tender yellow squash with crisp bell peppers, sweet red onion, and optional jalapeño for a slight kick. Seasoned with a vibrant blend of cumin, chili powder, and garlic, and finished with refreshing lime juice and fresh cilantro, this dish is a fiesta for your taste buds! Perfect as a side dish or a light, veggie-packed main, Fiesta Yellow Squash shines with zesty, southwestern-inspired flavors, all in just 27 minutes. It's the ultimate quick dinner or meal prep option that's as nutritious as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium yellow squash
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 1 large green bell pepper
• 1 large red onion
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 large lime
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 small fresh jalapeño (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry all the vegetables. Slice the yellow squash into thin rounds. Dice the red and green bell peppers into small cubes. Thinly slice the red onion. If using jalapeño, finely chop it after removing the seeds and ribs for less heat (optional).

Step 2

Chop the fresh cilantro and slice the lime into wedges. Set aside for garnish and flavoring.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the sliced red onion and sauté for 2 minutes until slightly softened.

Step 4

Add the diced red and green bell peppers to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften but still retain some crunch.

Step 5

Stir in the yellow squash rounds, spreading them evenly in the skillet. Sauté for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the squash is tender yet firm.

Step 6

Sprinkle in the cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss the vegetables to ensure they are evenly coated with the spices and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

If desired, add the chopped jalapeño for some extra heat and cook for 1 minute.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and squeeze the juice of 1 lime over the vegetables. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro for a burst of freshness.

Step 9

Serve immediately as a vibrant side dish or a light, healthy meal. Garnish with additional lime wedges, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1404 grams (1404.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	602

Total Fat 32.00g	41%
Saturated Fat 5.40g	27%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1268mg	55%
Total Carbohydrate 76.20g	28%
Dietary Fiber 21.00g	75%
Total Sugars 41.00g
Protein 14.30g	29%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 290mg	22%
Iron 8mg	46%
Potassium 2841mg	60%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.3%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 46.9%