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Mexican Steamed Squash

If you are looking for s simple and healthy way to cook Mexican squash, take a look at this super easy recipe for steamed squash! You can have these green squashes ready to eat in just 8 minutes. Perfect to serve as a light dinner or as a side dish to your favorite Mexican meal!
Course Side dish
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword Steamed squash easy recipe, Steamed Squash Recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 41kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 medium size squash or zucchini cut into ⅓-in slices (about 12 oz.)
  • 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons water
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • ½ cup crumbled Mexican queso fresco

Instructions

  • Place sliced squash in a medium-size frying pan. Add butter and water.
  • Turn heat to medium-high and steam for 8 minutes.
  • Remove pan from heat and let it rest for one more minute. Season with salt and pepper. To serve, divide on serving plates and sprinkle with the crumbled cheese. Enjoy!

Notes

If you can’t find Mexican squash, you can use any other type of tender zucchini.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.75cup | Calories: 41kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 33mg | Potassium: 255mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 285IU | Vitamin C: 17.6mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 0.4mg