Baked Squash Recipe
This Baked Squash recipe is a simple and flavorful way to enjoy fresh yellow squash. Sliced and seasoned squash rounds are baked to tender perfection with a crispy Parmesan topping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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Squash:
- 4 medium yellow squash, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare Squash: Toss sliced squash with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Arrange on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Add Topping: Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the squash slices.
- Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes until tender and golden.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of Italian seasoning or red pepper flakes.
- This recipe works well with zucchini or a mix of summer squash.
- Serve as a side dish with grilled chicken, fish, or pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup baked squash
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
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