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Roasted Yellow Squash
This crispy roasted yellow squash with Parmesan and fresh herbs requires just 3 ingredients and 10 minutes of prep!
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 65 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 lb. yellow summer squash (about 2 medium), cut into ½-inch rounds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Kosher salt and ground black pepper, to taste
- 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional garnish: chopped fresh herbs such as parsley, thyme, or basil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Place squash rounds in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss to coat.
- Arrange squash in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Top with Parmesan cheese.
- Roast in the oven for 12-14 minutes, or until squash is tender. Transfer to the broiler for 1-2 more minutes, or until the cheese on top is crispy and golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and season with additional salt and pepper if desired. Serve immediately.
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Notes
- How to Cook Yellow Squash so it's Not Mushy: Slice the squash rounds thicker than you would typically slice for sautéing. A good ½-inch thick disc is perfect, because it becomes tender in the oven, but doesn't turn to mush. If you prefer a more crisp-tender texture, I recommend slicing the rounds even thicker. The other key to avoiding mushy squash is just not over-cooking it. Keep an eye on the rounds and pull them out of the oven before they become too tender.
- You do not need to peel yellow squash before cooking. The skin is thin enough that it's best left intact. This makes prep time faster, and the skin also helps the squash hold its shape in the oven.
- Use freshly-grated Parmesan cheese for the best flavor and texture. If you don't have fresh Parmesan from a wedge, you can use a can of pre-grated Parmesan instead.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1/4 of the recipe
Calories
65kcal
(3%)
Carbohydrates
4g
(1%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
5g
(8%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
Cholesterol
3mg
(1%)
Sodium
60mg
(3%)
Potassium
302mg
(9%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
259IU
(5%)
Vitamin C
19mg
(21%)
Calcium
59mg
(6%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 65
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/4 of the recipe | |
| Calories | 65kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 60mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 302mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 259IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 19mg | 21% |
| Calcium | 59mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.