Paleo Herb-Sautéed Yellow Squash
Golden-edged squash rounds with fragrant garlic, warm turmeric, and a bright hit of lemon — this is the kind of vegetable dish that actually disappears from the table. Coconut oil gives the squash a beautifully caramelized sear rather than a soggy steam, and the trick of patting the rounds dry first is what makes that happen. Ground ginger and turmeric add depth without overpowering the fresh herbs, so every bite feels layered and intentional. It checks every box for whole-food, grain-free eating without requiring any specialty swaps or hard-to-find ingredients — just real produce and pantry staples. The fresh parsley, thyme, and a squeeze of lemon stirred in off the heat keep the flavors bright and alive rather than muted. It works beautifully as a weeknight side alongside grilled protein, but honestly it's good enough to eat straight from the skillet.
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4 servings
- 1 ½ lb yellow summer squash (about 3 medium), sliced into ¼-inch rounds
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1–2 tsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- 1
Pat the squash rounds dry with a paper towel — excess moisture will steam rather than sauté them.
- 2
Heat the coconut oil in a large (12-inch) skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering and the oil coats the pan.
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