Fresh basil is a delicious addition to any meal. Try ONIE's Summer Squash Sauté with Basil for a healthy dinner option!

1. May - September
Look for hardy, bright green stems that are not
wilted or brown.
BASIL
Trim ends, remove wilted leaves & place in glass
filled with 1 inch of water immediately. Store on
kitchen counter away from direct sunlight up to
1-2 weeks. To freeze, finely mince fresh herbs &
spread evenly in an ice cube tray. Cover herbs
with canola oil & freeze overnight. Transfer frozen
cubes to a zip-close bag & store up to 6 months.
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This material was funded by USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program [SNAP]. To find out more, call your local
Department of Human Services (DHS) Office at 1.866.411.1877. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
In Season
How to Select
How to Store
May - September
Look for hardy, bright green stems that are not
wilted or brown.
BASIL
Trim ends, remove wilted leaves & place in glass
filled with 1 inch of water immediately. Store on
kitchen counter away from direct sunlight up to
1-2 weeks. To freeze, finely mince fresh herbs &
spread evenly in an ice cube tray. Cover herbs
with canola oil & freeze overnight. Transfer frozen
cubes to a zip-close bag & store up to 6 months.
www.onieproject.org
This material was funded by USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program [SNAP]. To find out more, call your local
Department of Human Services (DHS) Office at 1.866.411.1877. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
In Season
How to Select
How to Store

2. Recipe: Summer Squash Sauté
1. Prepare couscous according to package
instructions. Set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium. Add
chicken & cook 5-7 minutes or until golden
brown on all sides, stirring frequently.
3. Add onion, pepper & garlic. Sauté 5
minutes or until onion is golden brown.
4. Stir in zucchini, squash, tomatoes & basil.
Sauté 5 minutes, stirring throughout.
5. Top with parmesan cheese & serve
immediately.
• 1 1/4 cup dry couscous
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 lb boneless, skinless
chicken breasts, thinly
sliced
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 medium red bell
pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium zucchini, cut into half circles
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, minced
• 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
Ingredients:
Preparation:
4Servings:
Est. Time: 30 min
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1/4th recipe (453g)
Servings Per Recipe 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories 480
Total Fat 13g
Saturated Fat 3g
Trans Fats 0g
Cholesterol 65mg
Sodium 270mg
Total Carbohydrate 56g
Dietary Fiber 7g
Sugars 7g
Protein 35g
Vitamin A 25% Vitamin C 120%
Calcium 8% Iron 15%
*Percent Daily Values is based on a 2,000
calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher
or lower depending on your calorie needs
Calories 2,000 2,500
Total Fat Less Than 65g 80g
Sat Fat Less Than 20g 25g
Cholesterol Less Than 300mg 300mg
Sodium Less Than 2300mg 2300mg
Total Carbohydrate 300g 375g
Fiber 25g 30g
Calories per gram
Fat 9 • Carbohydrates 4 • Protein 4
% Daily Value
Calories from Fat 110
20%
15%
20%
10%
20%
25%
Recipe: Summer Squash Sauté
1. Prepare couscous according to package
instructions. Set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium. Add
chicken & cook 5-7 minutes or until golden
brown on all sides, stirring frequently.
3. Add onion, pepper & garlic. Sauté 5
minutes or until onion is golden brown.
4. Stir in zucchini, squash, tomatoes & basil.
Sauté 5 minutes, stirring throughout.
5. Top with parmesan cheese & serve
immediately.
• 1 1/4 cup dry couscous
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 lb boneless, skinless
chicken breasts, thinly
sliced
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 medium red bell
pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium zucchini, cut into half circles
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, minced
• 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
Ingredients:
Preparation:
4Servings:
Est. Time: 30 min
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1/4th recipe (453g)
Servings Per Recipe 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories 480
Total Fat 13g
Saturated Fat 3g
Trans Fats 0g
Cholesterol 65mg
Sodium 270mg
Total Carbohydrate 56g
Dietary Fiber 7g
Sugars 7g
Protein 35g
Vitamin A 25% Vitamin C 120%
Calcium 8% Iron 15%
*Percent Daily Values is based on a 2,000
calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher
or lower depending on your calorie needs
Calories 2,000 2,500
Total Fat Less Than 65g 80g
Sat Fat Less Than 20g 25g
Cholesterol Less Than 300mg 300mg
Sodium Less Than 2300mg 2300mg
Total Carbohydrate 300g 375g
Fiber 25g 30g
Calories per gram
Fat 9 • Carbohydrates 4 • Protein 4
% Daily Value
Calories from Fat 110
20%
15%
20%
10%
20%
25%