And while you probably don't think "dessert" when you see a squash ... For extra flavor, add some Cajun seasoning. Zucchini ...

They can be a tasty side dish, they can transform into noodles, they can be the base for soup, they can even turn into ...

Heat a grill pan over medium heat. Slice each squash in half lengthwise. If the squash are quite fat, slice them into thirds, and if they are more than 6 inches long, half crosswise too.

For a nod to Southern food, mix zucchini with yellow squash for color and variety ... right into a meal of chicken shawarma. And for dessert, take advantage of fresh strawberries.