Grilled Bacon Stuffed Summer Squash: A Delightful Twist to Your Summer Harvest
As the summer sun shines brightly, gardens overflow with an abundance of fresh and vibrant summer squash. These versatile vegetables are a culinary canvas, inviting creative twists and delectable flavor combinations. One such recipe that elevates the humble summer squash to a gourmet delight is Grilled Bacon Stuffed Summer Squash. This dish seamlessly blends smoky, savory bacon with the tender, slightly sweet flesh of the squash, resulting in a harmonious symphony of flavors. The recipe offers two variations: a classic bacon and cheese filling and a zesty bacon, corn, and black bean filling, catering to diverse tastes and preferences. Both variations are wrapped in crispy bacon and grilled to perfection, creating a succulent and visually appealing dish that will be the star of any summer gathering.
GRILLED YELLOW SQUASH
This is a tasty way to use up all the yellow squash you have pouring out of your garden every summer. I also do this same thing with zucchini.
Provided by Sarah Stephan
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Summer Squash
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat the grill for medium heat.
- Cut the squash horizontally into 1/4 inch to 1/2 inch thick slices so that you have nice long strips that won't fall through the grill.
- Heat olive oil in a small pan, and add garlic cloves. Cook over medium heat until the garlic starts to sizzle and become fragrant. Brush the slices of squash with the garlic oil, and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill squash slices for 5 to 10 minutes per side, until they reach the desired tenderness. Brush with additional garlic oil, and turn occasionally to prevent sticking or burning.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 145.7 calories, Carbohydrate 4.2 g, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 2.1 mg
GRILLED SUMMER SQUASH
Quick, grilled vegetables are a perfect summer side dish. Summer squash is simply grilled, tossed with lemon and herbs, and finished with a light shaving of ricotta salata cheese for a creamy, salty kick in this dish.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Preheat a grill to medium high. Toss 1 1/2 pounds sliced summer squash and 1 sliced onion with olive oil, salt and pepper. Grill 3 to 5 minutes per side. Toss with more olive oil, the zest and juice of 1 lemon, and some chopped parsley and mint. Top with shaved ricotta salata.
GRILLED BACON-STUFFED SUMMER SQUASH
On a recipe card in the produce department from my local grocer. I imagine you could use either yellow summer squash or zucchini.
Provided by Denise in NH
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 23m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Coat grill rack with nonstick cooking spray. Preheat grill to medium direct heat. Meanwhile, cut squash lengthwise into halves. With spoon, scoop out pulp, leaving at least 1/2 inch shell; set aside. Coarsely chop pulp. Cook bacon in medium skillet over medium heat until browned. Add onion and celery; cook and stir 2 minutes. Stir in squash pulp; cook and stir 1 minute. Remove from heat; set aside.
- Stir in bread crumbs, cheese, and thyme. Spoon filling evenly into squash shells; pressing lightly. Place on grill. Grill covered, 7 to 11 minutes or until squash is tender and filling is hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.8, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 13, Sodium 383.1, Carbohydrate 17.1, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 5, Protein 6.9
GRILLED SUMMER SQUASH
Grilling food in foil packets creates steam so food cooks in its own juices, which makes the contents flavorful and lower in fat. Best of all: no cleanup! -Lisa Finnegan, Forked River, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Divide between two double thicknesses of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. x 12 in.). Fold foil around vegetable mixture and seal tightly., Grill, covered, over medium heat for 10-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Open foils carefully to allow steam to escape.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 159mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SQUASAGE (SAUSAGE-STUFFED SQUASH)
This was a favorite recipe in my family when I was growing up and now that I'm married, it's one of my husband's favorite dishes. A great way to use squash, that abundant, reasonably-priced, and tasty fall veggie!
Provided by all_He_created_was_good
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash Winter Squash Acorn Squash
Time 1h40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet or line with aluminum foil.
- Place squash, cut sides down, on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until tender, about 1 hour. Flip squash halves over and set aside to cool.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir sausage in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Add celery, mushrooms, and onion; cook and stir until celery is softened, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove skillet from heat.
- Beat egg in a large bowl; stir in sour cream and Parmesan cheese. Stir cheese mixture into sausage mixture. Fill squash halves with sausage filling.
- Bake in the preheated oven until filling is cooked through, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 523 calories, Carbohydrate 30.9 g, Cholesterol 132.9 mg, Fat 34.9 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 24.4 g, SaturatedFat 14.4 g, Sodium 1231.5 mg, Sugar 6.9 g
SKILLET SUMMER SQUASH
The good old-fashioned country way. This is definitely NOT diet food. You don't drain the bacon fat off after you brown it. If you really have to, you can substitute butter, but it won't be the same. You can also use this recipe with a combination of yellow and pattypan squash.
Provided by Clotho98
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Summer Squash
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Cook and stir bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Add onions and cook in the bacon drippings until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Add squash, salt, and black pepper; stir to coat.
- Cover skillet and cook squash mixture over low heat until tender, about 25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.4 calories, Carbohydrate 11.9 g, Cholesterol 19 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 238.9 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
GRILLED & STUFFED SQUASH
This is a lovely meatless option for the grill. Light and fresh, it still serves up a super-satisfying flavor. Next time I'm thinking about adding chopped jalapenos too... yum!
Provided by Holly Grier- Wallace
Categories Vegetable Appetizers
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Slice the ends off the squash and cut them down the center lengthwise so there are two halves. Scoop out the seeds, making a well for the stuffing ingredients.
- 2. Cut up and mix together all the remaining ingredients (excluding the butter) in a bowl and salt & pepper the mixture to taste.
- 3. Place the squash on a large piece of aluminum foil and fill the center of each squash half with the mixture, then dot each one with butter. Sprinkle herbs and a bit of salt & pepper over the top of squash and cover loosely with foil (so the cheese doesn't stick to the foil).
- 4. Place the stuffed squash on the grill for around 20-30 minutes. You want the squash to be cooked well and the cheese & butter melted. Serve and enjoy!
SAVORY SUMMER SQUASH WITH BACON
I love squash but wanted a new recipe with fewer calories. I did a search on flavorful ingredients and came up with a bunch of pasta recipes. So I thought, why not substitute yellow squash for pasta? And it worked! All the ingredients can be prepared in advance and refrigerated until ready to cook. Long, slender young squash make for the best texture.
Provided by Katrinika
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Summer Squash
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place 2 paper towels on a microwave-safe plate; add bacon and top with another paper towel. Cook in microwave on high until some grease is absorbed, about 30 seconds.
- Transfer bacon to a deep skillet and cook over medium-high heat, stirring often, until crisp, 5 to 10 minutes. Lower heat to medium; stir garlic into bacon and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add onion; cook and stir until onion is slightly translucent and still firm, about 5 minutes.
- Mix squash into onion-bacon mixture; cook and stir until squash is slightly softened, about 5 minutes. Add artichoke hearts; cook until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes. Add capers and rosemary; cover skillet and cook, stirring often, until squash is softened but firm to the bite, about 5 more minutes. Season with salt and white pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 128.5 calories, Carbohydrate 13.5 g, Cholesterol 7.4 mg, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 330.2 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
Tips:
- Choose firm, medium-sized summer squash for grilling.
- Use thick-cut bacon for a heartier filling.
- Add a layer of cheese, such as shredded cheddar or mozzarella, between the bacon and squash for extra flavor.
- Stuff the squash just before grilling to prevent the filling from drying out.
- Grill the squash over medium heat to prevent the bacon from burning.
- Serve the grilled squash immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Grilled bacon-stuffed summer squash is a delicious and easy side dish that is perfect for summer cookouts. With its smoky flavor and creamy filling, this dish is sure to be a hit with family and friends. So next time you're looking for a new way to enjoy summer squash, give this grilled bacon-stuffed recipe a try.
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