Recipe for Grilled Squash featured on KARD TV-14's Louisiana Living segment, Farm to Table. Demonstrated by Cathy Agan, Area Nutrition Agent, LSU AgCenter.

Grilled Squash

Ingredients:

Choice of marinade (Purchase commercially, or make your own with one of the recipes below.)

Fresh zucchini or summer squash

Directions:

If making your own marinade, mix marinade ingredients together in a small bowl. Cut squash lengthwise into ½ to 1-inch thick slices; place in a plastic bag or baking dish. Cover squash with marinade and marinate for at least 15 to 30 minutes in sealed plastic bag or covered dish. Preheat indoor or outdoor grill for medium to high heat. If using a dual contact grill, cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until desired tenderness. If using a single contact grill, cook for 3 to 5 minutes on each side or until desired tenderness.

Vegetable Marinade 1 Ingredient:

• ¼ cup light olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Vegetable Marinade 2 Ingredients:

• ¼ cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh oregano
• 1 tablespoon rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste

Source: LSU AgCenter, Oklahoma State University Extension, University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service