Best 10 Quick Marinated Yellow Squash Salad Recipes

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**Explore the Refreshing Delight of Marinated Yellow Squash Salad: A Culinary Journey Through Tangy, Savory, and Zesty Flavors**

Indulge in a vibrant medley of flavors with our tantalizing Marinated Yellow Squash Salad. This delightful dish offers a symphony of tangy, savory, and zesty notes, making it a perfect side or main course for any occasion. Discover the culinary magic of marinated yellow squash, a refreshing and versatile ingredient that transforms into a delectable treat. With three unique recipes to choose from, ranging from a classic vinaigrette dressing to a spicy kick, you'll find the perfect salad to suit your taste buds. Get ready to embark on a flavor adventure that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

MARINATED VEGETABLE SALAD



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My mom's Marinated Vegetable Salad is a simple, flavorful and healthy side dish recipe to enjoy summer's fresh produce!

Provided by Blair Lonergan

Categories     Salad     Side Dish

Time 2h20m

Number Of Ingredients 15

¾ cup sliced mushrooms
¾ cup halved cherry or grape tomatoes
¾ cup sliced zucchini
¾ cup peeled, chopped carrots
1 small yellow bell pepper, chopped
½ cup broccoli florets
½ cup cauliflower florets
½ teaspoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon dry mustard
¼ teaspoon pepper
½ teaspoon chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Place all vegetables in a large bowl.
  • Place remaining ingredients (garlic through olive oil) in a jar with a lid and shake until completely combined.
  • Pour dressing over vegetables.
  • Refrigerate salad for at least 2 hours (or overnight).

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 54.3 kcal, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Protein 1.5 g, Fat 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 254.4 mg, Fiber 1.4 g, Sugar 2.4 g, UnsaturatedFat 2.4 g

QUICK-MARINATED YELLOW-SQUASH SALAD



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Yield serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons extra- virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 yellow squash (1 pound), halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise
1 shallot, thinly sliced crosswise
1 to 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (or 1/4 teaspoon dried)

Steps:

  • Whisk together lemon juice and oil in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Add squash, shallot, and thyme. Toss to combine. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

HOW TO COOK YELLOW SQUASH (4 EASY WAYS)



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Yellow squash is an easy, healthy summer veggie side dish that can be roasted, grilled, sautéed, or even fried in the air fryer!

Provided by Erica Walker

Categories     Side Dish

Time 22m

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 yellow squash ((medium-sized))
3 tablespoons butter ((or olive oil))
Kosher salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste
Additional Toppings ((optional, see ideas above))

Steps:

  • Wash and dry squash and cut into 1/2" slices. Choose a method below to prepare.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 53 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

QUICK-MARINATED YELLOW SQUASH SALAD



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Crisp-tender slices of squash marry well with lemon, shallot, and thyme.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
3 tablespoons olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 medium yellow squashes (8 ounces each), halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise
1 shallot, thinly sliced crosswise
1 to 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together lemon juice and oil. Season with salt and pepper. Add squash, shallot, and thyme. Toss to combine. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 g, Fat 10 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g

MARINATED ZUCCHINI SALAD



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Raw zucchini can be a dull ingredient, but when it's very thinly sliced it marinates beautifully, especially in lemon juice. I like to use a mixture of green and yellow squash here. Assemble this dish at least four hours before you wish to serve it, so that the squash has time to soften and soak up the lemony marinade.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     weekday, salads and dressings

Time 6h40m

Yield Serves four

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound medium or small zucchini, preferably a mix of green and yellow
Salt to taste
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 garlic clove, crushed
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley, mint, chives, dill or a combination

Steps:

  • Slice the squash as thinly as you can. Sprinkle with salt, preferably kosher salt, and let sit for 15 to 30 minutes. Rinse and drain on paper towels.
  • Mix together the lemon juice, garlic and olive oil. Toss with the zucchini. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for four to six hours.
  • Remove from the refrigerator, and remove the garlic clove. Add the fresh herbs, and toss together. Taste, adjust seasoning and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 116, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 317 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

TANGY MARINATED YELLOW SQUASH (NO COOKING)



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Make and share this Tangy Marinated Yellow Squash (No Cooking) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by peppermintkitty

Categories     Vegetable

Time 12h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 medium yellow squash, thinly sliced
1/2 cup green onion, chopped
1/2 cup green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
2 tablespoons wine vinegar
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup oil
2/3 cup cider vinegar
1 garlic clove, crushed

Steps:

  • Toss yellow squash, green onion, green pepper, and celery together.
  • Mix the marinade ingredients together.
  • Pour marinade over squash mixture.
  • Refrigerate for at least 12 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359.6, Fat 18.9, SaturatedFat 2.5, Sodium 612.3, Carbohydrate 46.7, Fiber 3, Sugar 43.5, Protein 3

SUMMER SQUASH AND ZUCCHINI SALAD



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I came up with this colorful and tasty zucchini salad years ago for a recipe contest and was delighted when I won honorable mention! The recipe easily doubles and is the perfect dish to take to potlucks or family gatherings. -Paula Wharton, El Paso, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 medium zucchini
2 yellow summer squash
1 medium sweet red pepper
1 medium red onion
1 cup fresh sugar snap peas, trimmed and halved
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise
4 teaspoons fresh sage or 1 teaspoon dried sage leaves
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon dill weed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Thinly slice zucchini, squash, red pepper and onion; place in a large bowl. Add snap peas. In a small bowl, whisk remaining ingredients until blended. Pour over vegetables; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 124mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ROASTED YELLOW SQUASH SALAD



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This simple Tuscan vegetable salad is an ideal side dish for a crowd.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 pounds yellow squash, sliced into 1-inch-thick rounds
6 cloves garlic
3 tablespoons olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 cup loosely packed fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
2 to 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (1 lemon)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 475 degrees with racks in upper and lower thirds. Dividing evenly, combine squash and garlic on two rimmed baking sheets; drizzle with 2 tablespoons oil, and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Toss to coat.
  • Roast, rotating sheets from top to bottom and front to back halfway through, until browned, 55 to 60 minutes; cool on sheets.
  • Transfer squash mixture to a large bowl (discard any burned garlic); add parsley, lemon juice, and remaining tablespoon oil. Season with salt and pepper; toss. Refrigerate, covered, up to 1 day (drain off liquid before serving).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 4 g

CUCUMBER & SQUASH SALAD



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I developed this recipe one summer when I had too many summer squash and needed a different, tasty way to use them. It's an easy, quick salad lunch. -Jacqueline Miller, Wooster, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup thinly sliced cucumber
1 cup thinly sliced yellow summer squash
2 tablespoons chopped green onion
1 tablespoon shredded Parmesan cheese
Dash crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons prepared Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Drizzle with salad dressing; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 298mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SUMMER SQUASH SALAD



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This is a colorful and tasty alternative to coleslaw. Like most gardeners, we usually have an abundance of squash and zucchini in summer, so this dish is inexpensive to prepare and a great way to put this fresh produce to use. -Diane Hixon, Niceville, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups julienned zucchini
4 cups julienned yellow squash
2 cups sliced radishes
1 cup canola oil
1/3 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons snipped fresh parsley
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dill weed
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss the zucchini, squash and radishes. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Pour over vegetables. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. If desired, top with additional snipped fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Fat 19g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 368mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, firm yellow squash.
  • Slice the squash thinly so that it cooks evenly.
  • If you don't have a mandoline, you can use a sharp knife to slice the squash.
  • Be careful not to overcook the squash, as it will become mushy.
  • Add the herbs and spices to the marinade to taste.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

This quick marinated yellow squash salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. The squash is slightly crunchy and the marinade adds a bright and tangy flavor. The salad is also very easy to make and can be prepared in just a few minutes. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious side dish, give this marinated yellow squash salad a try!

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