Sautéed Summer Squash with Butter
Sautéed Summer Squash with Butter is a simple, classic side dish made by cooking sliced or diced yellow squash or zucchini in butter until tender and lightly browned. It typically features just a few ingredients: summer squash, butter, salt, and pepper, and is a staple in American home cooking, especially during the warm months when squash is in season.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is low in carbohydrates and protein but moderate in fat due to the butter, providing a good source of vitamin C, vitamin A, and potassium. A typical serving of about one cup contains roughly 100-150 calories, depending on the amount of butter used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 120 kcal |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Carbs | 6 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
| Potassium | 400 mg |
| Vitamin C | 25 mg |
| Vitamin A | 300 IU |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 30 mg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin K | 10 mcg |
| Folate | 20 mcg |
Per 1 cup (180 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Summer squash is one of the few vegetables that is botanically a fruit, and its high water content makes it a hydrating, low-calorie choice. Culturally, it's a beloved comfort food in the U.S. South and Midwest, often served alongside grilled meats or as part of a summer barbecue spread.
