Health tip: Italian Yellow Squash

Try this potassium rich recipe, approved by one of our dietitians.

Italian Yellow Squash

Ingredients:

• 1 lb yellow, medium summer squash
• 1 tbsp chopped parsley, finely minced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp oregano leaves
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• ½ tsp black pepper

Directions:

1. Clean the squash and cut into slices ¼-inch thick. Combine in a small bowl and mix together parsley, Italian seasoning, oregano, olive oil, vinegar, and pepper. Lightly coat the grill with cooking spray and preheat for 5 minutes.
2. Place the squash on the grill, overlapping the slices, and cook for 6-8 minutes.
3. In a serving bowl, toss the squash gently with Italian dressing and serve immediately.

Makes 4 servings.

Nutritional facts per serving:

Calories 87.5
Carbohydrates 5.5 g
Dietary Fibre 2.5 g
Potassium 311.3 mg
Protein 1.2 g
Saturated Fat 0.9 g
Sodium 1.7 mg
Sugars 2.9 g
Total Fat 6.9 g
Unsaturated Fat 5.9 g

Recipe courtesy of: dlife.com