Best 8 Steamed Squash Salad Recipes

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**Steamed Squash Salad: A Medley of Flavors and Textures**

As the weather cools and autumn's bounty arrives, it's time to celebrate the humble squash. This versatile vegetable takes center stage in our steamed squash salad, a delightful dish that combines sweet, savory, and tangy flavors with a variety of textures. From the tender steamed squash to the crunchy walnuts and tangy goat cheese, each bite is a symphony of flavors and textures. Whether served as a refreshing side dish or a light main course, this salad is sure to impress your taste buds. For a complete meal, pair it with a glass of crisp white wine or a light beer. In addition to the steamed squash salad, this article also features two bonus recipes: a roasted squash salad with quinoa and a squash and black bean enchilada casserole. All three dishes showcase the versatility of squash and offer a delicious way to enjoy this seasonal produce.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

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.

STEAMED BUTTERNUT SQUASH



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Butternut squash steams quickly, making this a great cooking technique to enjoy this fall vegetable as a weeknight side dish. For extra flavor, toss the steamed butternut squash with salt, pepper and a little bit of olive oil, butter or Parmesan cheese after cooking.

Provided by Carolyn Casner

Categories     Vegan Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 1

1 (20 ounce) package cubed peeled butternut squash

Steps:

  • Bring 1 inch of water to boil in a large saucepan fitted with a steamer basket.
  • Add squash. Cover and steam until very tender, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 25.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 2.3 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

ROASTED SQUASH SALAD



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Provided by Amanda Freitag

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 small acorn squash (preferably 1 pound), seeded
1 small butternut squash, peeled and seeded
1/4 kabocha squash, seeded
2 teaspoons honey
1/4 cup olive oil, divided
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup Brussels sprouts
1/4 cup pepitas
2 tablespoons pumpkin seed oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
4 cups arugula leaves
1 tablespoon pomegranate seeds
Shaved Parmesan cheese, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Slice acorn squash into rounds about 1 inch thick. Slice butternut squash into about 1-inch chunks. Slice kabocha squash into half-moon slices, also about 1 inch thick. Spread the squash out onto a sheet tray, making sure they are in a single layer and slightly spaced out; use two sheet trays if necessary. Drizzle all the squash with the honey and half the olive oil, season with salt and pepper and roast until soft but not falling apart, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Core Brussels sprouts and cut into quarters. Spread them out on a sheet pan, drizzle with remaining olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast until slightly tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Spread pepitas out on a sheet tray. Sprinkle with salt and lightly toast until they pop and are a light brown, 6 to 10 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the pumpkin seed oil and lemon juice. Lightly dress the arugula leaves with the mixture.
  • To assemble, place dressed arugula on a large platter, then arrange squash and Brussels over the arugula. Sprinkle with pepitas and pomegranate seeds and garnish with shaved Parmesan.

HOUSEMAN'S ROASTED-SQUASH SALAD



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At Houseman, the restaurant Ned Baldwin and Adam Baumgart opened in the Hudson Square neighborhood of Manhattan in 2014, you'll find this astonishing salad made with red kabocha squash. But the more easily found green kabocha works beautifully in the recipe, as does buttercup squash and sugar pumpkin. For the dressing, some confidence is required. What seems an enormous amount of dried spices - ground fennel, sumac and coriander - is combined with chopped parsley and cilantro. The result looks dry and grainy, as if something is wrong. But olive oil, lime juice and white-wine vinegar (best available, please!) begin to smooth things out, and the cheese, pistachios and vinegar-plumped currants finish the job. The combination makes a fine vegetarian main-course lunch or dinner, particularly paired with braised greens and good bread.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 tablespoons dried currants
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
1 kabocha squash, approximately 3 to 4 pounds
Approximately 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon plus 3/4 teaspoon ground fennel seed
1 tablespoon plus 3/4 teaspoon ground sumac
1 tablespoon plus 3/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 cup chopped parsley, packed
1/2 cup chopped cilantro, packed
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice, approximately 3 to 4 limes
1/2 cup pistachios, toasted and chopped
1/2 cup firm feta cheese, diced

Steps:

  • Put the currants in a small bowl, and pour the white-wine vinegar over them. Allow them to macerate for several hours or overnight, though in a pinch you can allow them to plump up while you prepare the squash. Heat oven to 450.
  • Cut the squash in half, scoop out the seeds, peel both halves (if you like: the skin of the kabocha squash is edible) and slice the squash into 1/4-inch half moons. Dress the squash lightly with 1 to 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, and season with the salt. Place the squash on a parchment-lined sheet pan, and roast until soft and caramelized, approximately 15 to 20 minutes, turning the pieces once or twice during the process. Remove the squash from the oven, and set aside to cool.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium-size bowl, combine the fennel seed, sumac and coriander, then add the parsley and cilantro, and stir to combine. Add 1/3 cup olive oil, and stir to combine. You want a wet mixture and may need to add a couple of extra tablespoons of oil to get it.
  • Drain the currants, reserving the vinegar, and add them to the green sauce. Add the lime juice, pistachios, cheese, 6 tablespoons olive oil and 5 teaspoons vinegar from the pickled currants to the green sauce. Taste, and add more lime juice or vinegar if you like, along with a spray of salt.
  • Place squash on a warm platter, and spoon the dressing over the top.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 399, UnsaturatedFat 28 grams, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 35 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 390 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams

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

STEAMED SQUASH



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Summer squash is a Southern tradition- but we always steam ours, instead of cooking in oil. Use small, tender squash, and enjoy!

Provided by Kizzikate

Categories     Onions

Time 22m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb yellow squash, sliced 1/2 inch thick
1 sweet onion, chopped
2 tablespoons margarine
1/2 teaspoon seasoned pepper (such as Lawry's)
1 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Combine sliced squash & chopped onion in a wire steamer basket, place over gently boiling water. Cover, & let steam.
  • 10-12 minutes, until squash is fork-tender. Remove squash and onion to a large serving dish.
  • Immediately stir in margarine, pepper, and sugar. Serve hot.

STEAMED YELLOW SQUASH WITH VIDALIA ONIONS



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I hesitated to post this recipe because it is so simple. But I didn't see anything like it on recipezaar, so here it is. It uses up things that are often in abundance in the garden, and is really simple and quick...bringing out the best flavors of the vegetables.

Provided by breezermom

Categories     Onions

Time 20m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 yellow squash, washed and quartered
1/4 cup butter
1 vidalia onion, chopped coarsely
salt
black pepper

Steps:

  • Wash and quarter the squash. Steam in a skillet or saucepan over water until al dente. (Time depends on the size of your squash -- usually about 4-5 minutes.).
  • Heat the butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Saute the onions until translucent. Add the steamed squash and season with salt and pepper to taste.

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

Tips:

  • Choose the right squash: For this recipe, butternut squash or kabocha squash are excellent choices. They have a sweet and nutty flavor that pairs well with the other ingredients in the salad.
  • Steam the squash until it is tender: Steaming the squash is the best way to cook it for this salad. It helps to preserve the squash's nutrients and gives it a slightly firm texture that is perfect for a salad.
  • Use a variety of greens: A mix of greens adds color and texture to the salad. Some good options include baby kale, spinach, arugula, and romaine lettuce.
  • Add some nuts or seeds: Nuts and seeds add crunch and flavor to the salad. Some good options include walnuts, pecans, almonds, and sunflower seeds.
  • Make a flavorful dressing: The dressing is what brings all the flavors of the salad together. This recipe uses a simple dressing made with olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and salt and pepper. You can also use your favorite store-bought dressing.

Conclusion:

This steamed squash salad is a delicious and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful salad, give this steamed squash salad a try.

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