Italian Seasoned Summer Squash and Tomatoes

 

A wonderful side dish to grilled meat.. this low carb side dish is one sure to please... tossed with a little olive oil and butter and seasoned with Italian herbs and garlic... makes for a delicious blend of flavors...

Best of all... minutes to prepare.... and just pop into the oven!

TIPS

Wash the summer squash .. leave the skin on and slice it thickly... cut the bigger slices in quarters and the smaller ones in half.

I use a little melted butter ... I personally think it adds a little more flavor... you can use all olive oil if you prefer.. just up the quantity of the olive oil.

This recipe makes enough for two servings... just double or quadruple the quantities if you need more.

For those on a low carb diet.. this is a perfect side dish..

I hope you enjoy it!

Recipe:   Italian Seasoned Summer Squash and Tomatoes

All you need:

1 medium summer squash, sliced then quartered *See TIPS

1 plum (Roma) tomato, sliced then cut in half

1 tablespoon butter, melted

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/2 teaspoon dried basil

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 (be generous) teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

All you need to do:

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

Place the cut-up squash and tomato in a medium bowl.  Mix the olive oil and melted butter and then pour it over the vegetables.  Toss to evenly coat.

In a small custard cup or ramekin, mix the remaining ingredients ... then sprinkle it over the vegetables.. toss to evenly coat.  Pour the vegetables into a small baking dish and bake at 400 degrees for 20 minutes. 

Serve immediately.