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    Last Updated: Aug 10, 2022 by Angela @ BakeItWithLove.com · Leave a Comment

    Grilled Yellow Squash

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    This grilled yellow squash is a quick and simple way to make a delicious and nutritious vegetable side dish! It is seasoned with a simple combination of garlic salt and pepper to really let the natural flavors shine! This squash is fork-tender and will go perfect with any of your favorite BBQ dishes!

    Best Grilled Yellow Squash Recipe

    If you’re planning on grilling out, go ahead and add this recipe to the list! It is so easy to make that any beginner grillmaster will be able to pull it off effortlessly.

    There’s no need to mess with the perfect flavors in the yellow squash, so I’ve kept the ingredient list short and simple. This easy side pairs with pretty much any meat you could be grilling, so it's going to become a new staple in your recipe collection!

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    This grilled yellow squash is fork-tender and perfectly tasty!
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    • 🥘 Grilled Yellow Squash Ingredients
    • 🔪 How To Make Grilled Yellow Squash
    • 💭 Tips & Notes
    • 🥡 Storing & Reheating
    • ❓ How Do You Cut Squash For Grilling?
    • ❓ Should You Peel Yellow Squash Before Grilling?
    • ❓ What Is The Healthiest Way To Eat Yellow Squash?
    • 😋 Best Squash Recipes To Make!
    • 📖 Recipe Card
    • 💬 Reviews

    🥘 Grilled Yellow Squash Ingredients

    Make sure to choose smaller squash to ensure they have the best flavor (*see note)! Your seasonings, of course, can be adjusted depending on your flavor preferences!

    • Yellow Squash – 4 small yellow squash.
    • Olive Oil (optional) – ½ tablespoon of olive oil.
    • Garlic Salt – ½ teaspoon of garlic salt, adjusted to taste.
    • Pepper – ¼ teaspoon of pepper, adjusted to taste.

    *Be sure to see the recipe card below for ingredients, amounts, & instructions!*

    🔪 How To Make Grilled Yellow Squash

    This side dish is as easy as it gets! All you’re going to need is your grill, a knife and cutting board, and your grilling utensils!

    Once finished, you’ll have 8 servings of perfectly grilled squash!

    Process image 1 showing yellow squash on the grill.
    1. Preheat. To get started, preheat your cleaned and oiled grill to medium heat (between 350°F/175°C to 375°F/190°C).
    2. Prepare squash. Meanwhile, prepare your 4 small squash by cutting each one horizontally into ¼ to ½-inch thick strips.
    3. Season squash. Next, brush your squash strips with ½ tablespoon of olive oil (*see note) and season them with about ½ teaspoon of garlic salt and ¼ teaspoon of pepper, adjusting both to taste.
    4. Grill. Grill the yellow squash pieces for 5-10 minutes on each side, depending on your desired level of doneness.
    5. Serve. Once you are satisfied with the tenderness of your squash, remove them from the grill and serve immediately.

    Pair your grilled yellow squash with a grilled main dish like pork steaks or chicken thighs so you don’t have to use any dishes in the kitchen! For even more ideas, check out my favorite grill recipes! Enjoy!

    💭 Tips & Notes

    • When selecting either straight-neck or crookneck squash, opt for squash that is smaller and was harvested while young (for more flavor). Large squash grills exceptionally well but is not as flavorful.
    • You can brush olive oil onto your yellow squash before seasoning, however, I prefer to clean and oil my grill, rather than add oil to my veggies!
    • Make sure you have long, thick strips of squash that won't fall through the grates of your grill, but are not too thick that they will take a long time to cook.
    • Rotate or turn your squash occasionally to prevent them from burning or sticking to the grill.
    • Rather than using oil and seasoning, you can mix the seasoning in a tablespoon or two of melted butter and brush it onto your grilled squash before serving. Yum!
    • This recipe would also work for other squash varieties such as zucchini (including black, grey, striped, and yellow zucchini), pattypans, sunburst, zephyr, or any of your favorite summer squash.
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    🥡 Storing & Reheating

    Your grilled yellow squash can be placed into an airtight container and kept in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. I don't typically recommend freezing cooked yellow squash, so only make enough to eat within a few days.

    Reheating Grilled Yellow Squash

    To reheat your squash, bake it in the oven at 350°F (177°C) until it is heated through. Additionally, you could put it in the air fryer at the same temperature until warmed to your satisfaction!

    ❓ How Do You Cut Squash For Grilling?

    Many recipes have squash cut into round disks, but you don’t want all of your veggies falling in between the grates of your grill. It’s best to cut them into strips that are roughly ¼ to ½ inch thick. If you cut them too thick, it will take them longer to cook.

    ❓ Should You Peel Yellow Squash Before Grilling?

    Summer squashes (like yellow squash) have soft skin so they don’t have to be peeled at all! Just wash them, slice them, and they’re ready for the grill!

    ❓ What Is The Healthiest Way To Eat Yellow Squash?

    Yellow squash is incredibly nutritious. It contains tons of vitamins, as well as fiber, magnesium, potassium, iron, and folate! It can be eaten raw or cooked and is healthy either way.

    Roasting, grilling, and frying in the air fryer are all tasty ways to prepare some yellow squash!

    😋 Best Squash Recipes To Make!

    • Zucchini Squash Casserole
    • Air Fryer Squash
    • Microwave Acorn Squash
    • Sauteed Zucchini and Yellow Squash
    • Roasted Yellow Squash
    • Baked Parmesan Yellow Squash

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    Grilled Yellow Squash

    This grilled yellow squash is a quick and simple way to make a delicious and nutritious vegetable side dish! It is seasoned with a simple combination of garlic salt and pepper to really let the natural flavors shine! This squash is fork-tender and will go perfect with any of your favorite BBQ dishes!
    Author | Angela
    Servings: 8 servings
    Calories: 24kcal
    Prep 5 minutes minutes
    Cooking 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time 25 minutes minutes
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    Ingredients
     

    • 4 small yellow squash
    • ½ tablespoon olive oil (optional)
    • ½ teaspoon garlic salt (to taste)
    • ¼ teaspoon pepper (to taste)
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    Instructions

    • To get started, preheat your cleaned and oiled grill to medium heat (between 350°F/175°C to 375°F/190°C).
    • Meanwhile, prepare your squash by cutting horizontally into ¼ to ½ inch thick strips.
      4 small yellow squash
    • Brush your squash strips with olive oil and season them with garlic salt and pepper.
      ½ tablespoon olive oil, ½ teaspoon garlic salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper
    • Grill the yellow squash pieces for 5-10 minutes on each side, depending on your desired level of doneness.
    • Once you are satisfied with the tenderness of your squash, remove them from the grill and serve immediately.

    Equipment You May Need

    Cutting Board
    BBQ grill (gas, charcoal, pellet, wood)
    Grilling Utensils

    Notes

    • When selecting either straight-neck or crookneck squash, opt for squash that is smaller and was harvested while young (for more flavor). Large squash grills exceptionally well but is not as flavorful.
    • You can brush olive oil onto your yellow squash before seasoning, however, I prefer to clean and oil my grill, rather than add oil to my veggies!
    • Make sure you have long, thick strips of squash that won't fall through the grates of your grill, but are not too thick that they will take a long time to cook.
    • Rotate or turn your squash occasionally to prevent them from burning or sticking to the grill.
    • Rather than using oil and seasoning, you can mix the seasoning in a tablespoon or two of melted butter and brush it onto your grilled squash before serving. Yum!
    • This recipe would also work for other squash varieties such as zucchini (including black, grey, striped, and yellow zucchini), pattypans, sunburst, zephyr, or any of your favorite summer squash.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 24kcal (1%) | Carbohydrates: 3g (1%) | Protein: 1g (2%) | Fat: 1g (2%) | Saturated Fat: 0.2g (1%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 583mg (25%) | Potassium: 260mg (7%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 2g (2%) | Vitamin A: 197IU (4%) | Vitamin C: 17mg (21%) | Calcium: 16mg (2%) | Iron: 0.4mg (2%)
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    grilled yellow squash, yellow squash recipes
    Course BBQ, Side Dish, summer grilling, vegetable side dish
    Cuisine American
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    Angela is an at home chef that developed a passion for all things cooking and baking at a young age in her Grandma's kitchen. After many years in the food service industry, she now enjoys sharing all of her family favorite recipes and creating tasty dinner and amazing dessert recipes here at Bake It With Love!

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