Best Cajun Summer Squash Recipes

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GRILLED SUMMER SQUASHES WITH CHOW-CHOW CHIMICHURRI



Grilled Summer Squashes with Chow-Chow Chimichurri image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 summer squash, sliced on the bias
1/4 cup olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Chow-Chow Chimichurri, recipe follows
1 large green tomato, sliced
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons cane vinegar
1/2 lemon, juiced
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
1/2 cup fresh garden herbs (parsley, cilantro, sage), chopped
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill for cooking over medium-high heat.
  • Add the squash to a bowl and drizzle with the olive oil. Sprinkle with some salt and pepper and toss to coat.
  • Grill the squash until tender and nice grill marks appear, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a platter and drizzle with the Chow-Chow Chimichurri.
  • Preheat a grill for cooking over medium-high heat. Grill the tomato slices, until nice grill and char marks appear, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Let cool enough to handle, then chop.
  • Combine the olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, basil, herbs and red pepper flakes in a medium bowl and whisk to combine. Add the chopped green tomato and stir to incorporate. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

CAJUN SUMMER SQUASH



Cajun Summer Squash image

Adapted from "The Spice of Vegetarian Cooking" by Martha Rose Shulman. This makes sunny golden little rounds that practically melt in your mouth!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Vegetable

Time 17m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon sweet paprika
1/4-1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, to taste
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 1/2 lbs summer squash or 1 1/2 lbs zucchini, cut in rounds
1/2 cup whole wheat flour (or white)
1/2 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup milk
1 egg
safflower oil or peanut oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • Combine the salt, spices, and thyme in a small bowl. Sprinkle the squash rounds with a teaspoon of the mix.
  • Divide the remaining spice mix in half and stir one half into the flour and the other half into the cornmeal.
  • Beat together the egg and milk.
  • Heat 1 inch of safflower or peanut oil in a deep saucepan or frying pan to 350 degrees.
  • Using your hands, quickly toss the squash in the flour and shake off excess. Toss in the milk and egg, then dip in the cornmeal to coat, shaking off excess. Deep-fry for about 2 minutes. Drain on paper towels and serve at once.
  • Serve 4.

CAJUN SUMMER VEGETABLES



Cajun Summer Vegetables image

Put your garden-fresh summertime veggies to good use in a colorful side dish that gets a little heat from Cajun seasoning. It pairs well with any entree, and it's quick and easy to prepare. -Nancy Dentler, Greensboro, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 medium yellow summer squash, sliced
2 medium zucchini, sliced
1-3/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 medium onion, sliced and separated into rings
1/2 medium red onion, sliced and separated into rings
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup sliced fresh carrots
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning

Steps:

  • Place vegetables in a grill wok or basket. Grill, uncovered, over medium heat for 8-12 minutes or until tender, stirring frequently. Transfer to a large bowl. Sprinkle with Cajun seasoning; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 42 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 105mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY CAJUN GRILLED VEGGIES



Easy Cajun Grilled Veggies image

This is a quick and easy recipe that makes the BEST marinated grilled veggies! Serve them alone or on brown rice. The veggies may be marinated in plastic resealable bags, too.

Provided by Kelly

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini     Grilled Zucchini Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup light olive oil
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 zucchinis, cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 large white onions, sliced into 1/2-inch wedges
2 yellow squash, cut into 1/2-inch slices

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix together light olive oil, Cajun seasoning, salt, cayenne pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Place zucchinis, white onions, and yellow squash in a bowl, and cover with the olive oil mixture. Cover bowl, and marinate vegetables in the refrigerator at least 30 minutes.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil grate.
  • Place marinated vegetable pieces on skewers or directly on the grill. Cook 5 minutes, or to desired doneness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Carbohydrate 7.7 g, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 232.8 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

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