steamed summer squash and zucchini

How To Make steamed summer squash and zucchini

• Step 1
  Wash, rinse, and dry a medium-sized yellow summer squash and/or a medium zucchini.
• Step 2
  Cut off the ends of both. Then slice them lengthwise. We use half of both vegetables as a full light meal or snack.
• Step 3
  Place half of each vegetable on a microwave-safe plate, cut sides up.
• Step 4
  Score the vegetables on a diagonal with a sharp knife, being careful not to cut through the skin. Then score again, making X-like cuts down the length of the cut side of the vegetables.
• Step 5
  Spray or brush the oil onto the scored side of the vegetables.
• Step 6
  Place 1/2 cup of cold tap water in a microwave-safe cup on the microwave-safe plate with the vegetables. Place them both in the microwave.
• Step 7
  If your microwave has a "fresh vegetable" button, press it once, or press 3 1/2 minutes on full power. This will steam the vegetables. Repeat this with the other 2 halves of the cut vegetables to have 2 servings.
• Step 8
  You can do all 4 halves together if they aren't too big for your microwave. Just use 3/4 cup of water and increase the time to 6 minutes.
• Step 9
  After the vegetables are microwaved, the plate will be hot. Be careful touching the plate and the water cup. Pour out the water.
• Step 10
  To serve, sprinkle the Mrs. Dash or similar seasoning onto the vegetables. It doesn't take much. Then drizzle a little of the Caesar dressing on them. Cut with a fork to eat.
• Step 11
  We tried ranch dressing, but did not like it. Try whatever dressing you may like. We have this once or twice a week as a light meal. My son can only eat small meals every 2-3 hours, so this is perfect for us both. I think it comes in handy for any quick light meal or snack for anyone.
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