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30 Homegrown Summer Squash Recipes

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By Southern Living Editors Updated April 05, 2022
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Zucchini Lasagna
Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Tina Stamos

Summer brings a bonanza of summer squash to play with in the kitchen. Every year, it seems, we end up with piles and piles of summer squash and somehow no idea what to do with it. This year, we've collected our favorite squash recipes so that no squash goes uneaten. From yellow summer squash to spaghetti squash, these recipes are sure to inspire you to get to the farmer's market (or your garden!), and start making the most of the late summer bounty. From beautiful ribbons of pasta with discs of zucchini and fresh mint, to an amazingly wonderful spicy spaghetti squash with shrimp, and even a yellow squash bundt cake for dessert, there are more than enough squash recipes here to keep you working your way through those piles of late summer squash.

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Old-School Squash Casserole

Old-School Squash Casserole
Credit: Greg DuPree; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Torie Cox

Recipe: Old-School Squash Casserole

The creamy sauce and the crunchy, buttery topping on this classic casserole keep us coming back for more.

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Yellow Squash Bundt Cake

Yellow Squash Bundt Cake
Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Torie Cox

Recipe: Yellow Squash Bundt Cake

Squash isn't just for dinner. Put it to use in this delicious cake recipe that's as pretty as it is good.

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Spicy Spaghetti Squash with Shrimp

Spicy Spaghetti Squash with Shrimp
Credit: Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis

Recipe: Spicy Spaghetti Squash with Shrimp

Spicy marinara sauce brings some kick into this dish.

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Reunion Pea Casserole

Reunion Pea Casserole
Credit: Greg DuPree; Prop Styling: Mindi Shapiro Levine; Food Styling: Torie Cox

Recipe: Reunion Pea Casserole

The filling in this casserole is cheesy and rich, but the top is full of refreshing veggies.

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Baked Zucchini Fries

Baked Zucchini Fries
Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

Recipe: Baked Zucchini Fries

These fries have the best crunch to them. Don't forget marinara sauce for dipping.

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Chocolate-Zucchini Cake

Chocolate-Zucchini Cake
Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Torie Cox

Recipe: Chocolate-Zucchini Cake

Chocolate-lovers will go crazy for this delicious cake.

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Fresh Vegetable Lasagna

Fresh Vegetable Lasagna
Credit: Photo: Jennifer Davick

Recipe: Fresh Vegetable Lasagna

Layered between pasta and cheese is our favorite summer veggies.

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Baked Rigatoni with Zucchini and Mozzarella

Baked Rigatoni with Zucchini and Mozzarella
Credit: Photo: Linda Pugliese; Prop Styling: Claire Spollen; Food Styling: Torie Cox

Recipe: Baked Rigatoni with Zucchini and Mozzarella

This cheesy pasta dish is less labor-intense than lasagna, but still packs in all the Italian flavor you like.

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Grilled Yellow Squash Roll-Ups

Grilled Yellow Squash Roll-Ups
Credit: Greg Dupree; Prop Styling: Ginny Branch; Food Styling: Anna Hampton

Recipe: Grilled Yellow Squash Roll-Ups

Each roll-up is stuffed with creamy goat cheese, lemon tarragon, and a fresh basil leaf.

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Air-Fryer Zucchini Chips

Air Fryer Zucchini Chips
Credit: Photography and Styling: Caitlin Bensel

Recipe: Air-Fryer Zucchini Chips

These chips are cheesy, salty, crispy, and even tender once you bite in. They've got the wow factor.

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Grilled Baby Zucchini-and-Tomato Salad

Grilled Baby Zucchini-and-Tomato Salad
Credit: Greg Dupree; Prop Styling: Ginny Branch; Food Styling: Anna Hampton

Recipe: Grilled Baby Zucchini-and-Tomato Salad

This take on panzanella is drizzled with a zingy mustard-and-shallot vinaigrette.

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Zucchini-Onion Frittata

Zucchini-Onion Frittata

Recipe: Zucchini-Onion Frittata

This meatless frittata is easy to prepare, taking only 15 minutes of hands-on time.

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Pimiento-Stuffed Summer Squash

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Recipe: Pimiento-Stuffed Summer Squash

Here's a cute idea: Hollow out baby pattypan squash and fill with goat pimiento cheese. Can't find pattypans? Pipe the filling on thinly sliced squash rounds, or stuff it into squash blossoms.

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Greek Pork Chops with Squash and Potatoes

Greek Pork Chops with Squash and Potatoes
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Recipe: Greek Pork Chops with Squash and Potatoes

A zesty marinade livens up this pork-and-veggie one sheet pan supper. Flavorful roasted squash, zucchini, and red potatoes make the perfect bed to serve pork loin chops. Pay attention when purchasing the pork chops, and opt for frenched pork rib chops – chops taken from the rib bone, and cut so that the rib bone is exposed and the meat is removed from the bone. In addition to making the cut's presentation more appealing, frenching adds flavor. When preparing the dish, be sure to allow enough time for the pork chop to marinate. We recommend chilling the marinating pork for at least 8 hours to ensure it soaks up every last bit of lemon, garlic, and oregano flavor from the Greek marinade.

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Squash Frittata

Squash Frittata
Credit: Photo: Hector Sanchez

Recipe: Squash Frittata

This squash frittata is perfect for vegetarians. Looking for a seasonal brunch item? This fresh zucchini and fingerling potato frittata makes a stunning presentation when plated, and is a perfect start to a crisp fall day. Fresh harvest flavors of parmesan cheese and pepper abounds in every bite, and a dash of heavy cream gives it a smooth and decadent texture. Although yellow squash works in place of zucchini, make sure that you don't leave the green squash out entirely – it gives color while the yellow blends in with the rich egg frittata. Garnish with chopped fresh chives, torn parsley, and basil for a magazine-worthy plate.

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Zucchini-Mint Pasta

Zucchini-Mint Pasta
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Recipe: Zucchini-Mint Pasta

Add cooked shrimp to this recipe for a heartier main, or white beans for a vegetarian option.

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Zucchini, Squash, and Corn Casserole

Zucchini, Squash, and Corn Casserole
Credit: Photo: Hector Sanchez

Recipe: Zucchini, Squash, and Corn Casserole

Soft, white breadcrumbs double as a feather-light binder and golden crumb topping. To make them, pulse torn slices of day-old sandwich bread in the food processor.

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Summer Squash Casserole

Summer Squash Casserole
Credit: Laurey W. Glenn

Recipe: Summer Squash Casserole

This pairs perfectly with fried chicken at a summer barbecue. 

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Roasted Vegetable Gnocchi with Spinach-Herb Pesto

Roasted Vegetable Gnocchi with Spinach-Herb Pesto
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Recipe: Roasted Vegetable Gnocchi with Spinach-Herb Pesto

A teaspoon of mint adds a refreshing flavor to the pesto.

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Fried Zucchini Straws

Fried Zucchini Straws
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Recipe: Fried Zucchini Straws 

One bite of these Fried Zucchini Straws and you'll be hooked.

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Zucchini Lasagna

Zucchini Lasagna
Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Tina Stamos

Recipe: Zucchini Lasagna

This low-carb lasagna is the ideal meatless Monday dish that doesn't skimp on comfort.

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Summer Squash and Zucchini Skillet Strata

Summer Squash and Zucchini Skillet Strata
Credit: Joy Howard

Recipe: Summer Squash and Zucchini Skillet Strata

This pretty, layered side dish will steal the show at weekend brunch or weeknight supper club.

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Grilled Shrimp and Squash Skewers With Herbed Couscous

Grilled Shrimp and Squash Skewers with Herbed Couscous
Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Styling: Heather Chadduck Hillegas

Recipe: Grilled Shrimp and Squash Skewers With Herbed Couscous

As soon as it's warm enough, we're at the ready to fire up our grills, but grilling season isn't all burgers and BBQ. This light supper is easy, heathy, and makes for a great lunch leftover.

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Summer Squash Gratin

Summer Squash Gratin
Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Styling: Heather Chadduck Hillegas

Recipe: Summer Squash Gratin

Let your fresh summer squash shine with this gratin that isn't heavily laden with mayo and sour cream.

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Grilled Shrimp-and-Squash Pasta with Summer Herbs

Grilled Shrimp-and-Squash Pasta with Summer Herbs
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Recipe: Grilled Shrimp-and-Squash Pasta with Summer Herbs

Pasta night doesn't have to be heavy and unhealthy. This summery pasta is full of fresh veggies and herbs.

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Squash Ribbon Salad

Squash Ribbon Salad
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Recipe: Squash Ribbon Salad

Using your vegetable peeler to create thin "ribbons" of squash and zucchini makes this simple salad look elegant enough for a dinner party or luncheon.

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Cajun Shrimp Foil Packets with Red Potatoes and Zucchini

Cajun Shrimp with Red Potatoes and Zucchini
Credit: Johnny Autry; Prop and Food Styling: Charlotte L. Autry

Recipe: Cajun Shrimp Foil Packets with Red Potatoes and Zucchini

Foil packet recipes are a saving grace for busy cooks who don't have time to clean up after supper, and this one happens to be full of flavor, too.

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Sautéed Squash and Zucchini

Sautéed Squash and Zucchini
Credit: Lee Harrelson; Styling: Jan Gautro

Recipe: Sautéed Squash and Zucchini

If you're on the hunt for healthy sides for weeknight meals, look no further than this quick recipe that will go well with any protein you whip up alongside.

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Squash and Green Chile Casserole

Squash and Green Chile Casserole
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Recipe: Squash and Green Chile Casserole

We gave classic squash casserole a spicy, slow-cooker makeover that could not be easier.

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Zucchini-and-Spinach Lasagna

Zucchini-and-Spinach Lasagna
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Recipe: Zucchini-and-Spinach Lasagna

This hearty lasagna is a delicious way to enjoy a meatless Monday supper with the family.

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    1 of 30 Old-School Squash Casserole
    2 of 30 Yellow Squash Bundt Cake
    3 of 30 Spicy Spaghetti Squash with Shrimp
    4 of 30 Reunion Pea Casserole
    5 of 30 Baked Zucchini Fries
    6 of 30 Chocolate-Zucchini Cake
    7 of 30 Fresh Vegetable Lasagna
    8 of 30 Baked Rigatoni with Zucchini and Mozzarella
    9 of 30 Grilled Yellow Squash Roll-Ups
    10 of 30 Air-Fryer Zucchini Chips
    11 of 30 Grilled Baby Zucchini-and-Tomato Salad
    12 of 30 Zucchini-Onion Frittata
    13 of 30 Pimiento-Stuffed Summer Squash
    14 of 30 Greek Pork Chops with Squash and Potatoes
    15 of 30 Squash Frittata
    16 of 30 Zucchini-Mint Pasta
    17 of 30 Zucchini, Squash, and Corn Casserole
    18 of 30 Summer Squash Casserole
    19 of 30 Roasted Vegetable Gnocchi with Spinach-Herb Pesto
    20 of 30 Fried Zucchini Straws
    21 of 30 Zucchini Lasagna
    22 of 30 Summer Squash and Zucchini Skillet Strata
    23 of 30 Grilled Shrimp and Squash Skewers With Herbed Couscous
    24 of 30 Summer Squash Gratin
    25 of 30 Grilled Shrimp-and-Squash Pasta with Summer Herbs
    26 of 30 Squash Ribbon Salad
    27 of 30 Cajun Shrimp Foil Packets with Red Potatoes and Zucchini
    28 of 30 Sautéed Squash and Zucchini
    29 of 30 Squash and Green Chile Casserole
    30 of 30 Zucchini-and-Spinach Lasagna

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