Salsa Squash Food

SUMMER YELLOW SQUASH & ZUCCHINI SALSA

Steps:

• In medium saucepan and 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
• Add diced zucchini, yellow squash and salt and pepper to taste.
• Sautee until just tender about 3 minutes. Careful to not over cook, should still have crunch to them you do not want them to become mushy.
• Set squash aside to cool
• In bowl tossed cooled vegetables, parsley, basil and 2 tablespoons of olive oil

SALSA SPAGHETTI SQUASH

Steps:

• Cut squash lengthwise in half; discard seeds. Place squash on a microwave-safe plate, cut side down. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 15-18 minutes or until tender., Meanwhile, in a lightly oiled nonstick skillet, cook and stir onion over medium heat until tender. Stir in salsa, beans and cilantro; heat through. Gently stir in avocado; cook 1 minute longer., When squash is cool enough to handle, use a fork to separate strands. Serve squash topped with salsa mixture.

THE BEST CANNING SALSA

Steps:

• Combine tomatoes, onions, vinegar, tomato paste, green bell peppers, red bell peppers, banana peppers, sugar, garlic, pickling salt, and black pepper in a large stockpot; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 30 minutes. Mix cilantro into salsa.
• Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack salsa into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids and screw on rings.
• Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 35 minutes.
• Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.

SALSA SQUASH

Steps:

• In a large saucepan, bring 1 in. of water to a boil; place squash in a steamer basket over water. Reduce heat; cover and steam for 10-15 minutes or until tender., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, saute onion and garlic in butter until tender. Stir in the salsa, salt and squash cubes. Spoon half of the mixture into a greased 1-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup of cheese. Top with the remaining squash mixture. , Cover and bake at 400° for 15 minutes. Uncover; top with remaining cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

SUMMER SQUASH SALSA

Steps:

• Add the jicama, yellow squash, zucchini, cilantro, red onion, habanero and jalapeno to a large bowl. Whisk together the salt and lemon juice in a small bowl until thoroughly combined. Add to the salsa and mix thoroughly.

LOW CARB SUMMER SQUASH SALSA

Steps:

• Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add all ingredients, except cantaloupe, and cook for 2 minutes, or until just tender. Remove from heat, drain, and spread out on a plate. Refrigerate quickly without a cover to stop the cooking. When cooled, mix in cantaloupe, and cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Serve as an accompaniment to spicy dishes, chicken, fish, and more.

SALSA SPAGHETTI SQUASH

Steps:

• Cut squash in half lengthwise; discard seeds. Place squash cut side down on a baking sheet. Bake at 325 degrees about 35 mintues, until tender.
• Meanwhile, in a skillet coated with nonstick spray, cook onion until tenter. Stir in salsa, beans and cilantro; heat through. Gently stir in avocado; cook 1 more minute.
• Separate squash strands with fork and scoop out.
• Serve squash strands topped with salsa mixture.

MEXICAN SPAGHETTI SQUASH

Steps:

• Cut squash in half and remove seeds. Spray with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Turn cut-side down onto a greased cookie sheet and bake at 400 F for 40 minutes or until tender.
• Meanwhile, place ground turkey, onion and garlic in a pan and sauté until meat is cooked. Drain any excess fat. Add seasoning and mix together. Add corn, tomatoes and black beans and mix well.
• Remove squash from oven and loosen strands. Add 1/2 meat mixture to each half of the squash and mix. Sprinkle cheese on top and place under broiler until cheese is melted. Serve immediate with or without salsa and/or sour cream.

CRANBERRY-SQUASH SALSA

Steps:

• Bring a saucepan of water to a boil, add the diced squash and when the water returns to the boil, drain the squash and place in a bowl.
• Chop the cranberries fairly fine by pulsing in a food processor. Add them to the bowl with the squash.
• Using kitchen shears, snip the clementine segments in small pieces. Add them to the bowl.
• Fold in the maple syrup, orange zest, lime juice, cinnamon and mint. Set aside at least 2 hours before serving. May be refrigerated overnight.