Grilled Pattypan Squash

As a gardener, I love pattypan squash.  It grows well here in our Missouri summer gardens.  I'm always surprised by my guests who look at the squash and ask what it is.  It is a beautiful scallop shaped squash and it's in the same family as zucchini.  It's easy to season this with herbs and spices to make it the perfect side dish for any dinner.

2 medium pattypan squash

2 garlic cloves, minced

olive oil

freshly cracked black pepper

kosher salt

1 tsp dried oregano

Remove the top and bottom of the squash and then cut them in half and then into 1/2" slices.  Place in a medium bowl and drizzle with olive oil.  Season with salt and pepper.  Add minced garlic and oregano.  Stir until all slices are well coated.

Heat your grill or grill pan to medium high heat.  Place the slices on the grate and allow to cook for 2 - 3 minutes on each side.  Remove to a serving plate once grill marks are perfect.  

This one tastes as good as it looks!