Tomato Pattypan Squash Salad

Bright, fresh, and bursting with summery flavors, this Tomato Pattypan Squash Salad is a vibrant showcase of seasonal produce. Featuring tender blanched pattypan squash, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crisp red onion, all tossed with a zesty homemade lemon-garlic dressing, this salad is the perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory. Fresh basil leaves add a fragrant, herbaceous note, while a touch of honey provides a hint of sweetness. Quick to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time, this colorful dish is ideal as a light, refreshing side for barbecues, picnics, or weeknight dinners. Savor the taste of summer with this easy-to-make, nutrient-packed squash salad!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 small Pattypan squash
• 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 clove Garlic

Directions

Step 1

Wash the pattypan squash and trim off the ends. Cut them into thin slices about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 2

Bring a pot of water to boil and blanch the pattypan squash slices for 2 minutes. Drain and immediately transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, drain and pat them dry with a clean towel.

Step 3

Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes. Set them aside.

Step 4

Peel and thinly slice the red onion into half-moon shapes.

Step 5

Chop the fresh basil leaves roughly, leaving some whole for garnish if desired.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 7

In a large salad bowl, combine the blanched pattypan squash slices, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and chopped basil.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss until all the vegetables are well coated.

Step 9

Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 10

Serve immediately, garnishing with additional basil leaves if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	752.6 grams (752.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	553

Total Fat 43.40g	56%
Saturated Fat 6.60g	33%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1206mg	52%
Total Carbohydrate 39.80g	14%
Dietary Fiber 8.50g	30%
Total Sugars 23.70g
Protein 7.50g	15%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 113mg	9%
Iron 3mg	17%
Potassium 1381mg	29%

*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: 67.4%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 27.5%