Sauteed Squash and Onions Recipe

April 1, 2022

Squash and onions, sprinkled with salt and pepper, then sauteed in butter makes the perfect Sauteed Squash and Onions summertime recipe.

Squash is a summertime favorite. Every summer my dad grows yellow squash in his garden. We always end up with so much squash. Some of my favorite Squash side dishes are Squash Casserole, fried Squash, and this amazing Sauteed Squash and onion dish. The squash and onion sauteed in butter give the squash such an amazing and buttery flavor.

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Equipment needed for Sautéed Squash and Onions:

Non-stick skillet with a lid- You will need a non-stick skillet with a lid for cooking sauteed squash and onions
Knife- A knife is need for squash.
Spatula- a spatula or spoon for occasionally stirring the squash and onions while cooking.

Ingredients for Sauteed Squash and Onions:

1 cup butter
4 medium yellow squash (cut into thin slice)
½ medium sweet onion
salt and pepper to taste

How to make Sauteed Squash and Onions:

First, add butter to a skillet over medium-high heat,
Then, add the squash and onions to the pan. (The butter doesn’t need to be completely melted to add the squash and onions.) Cover and cook until tender about 10 minutes. (You will want to check the squash every few minutes to make sure it is not burning or sticking to the pan, if this happens you will need to add more butter.
Remove from heat. Enjoy while warm.