Cheesy Baked Yellow Squash
This cheesy baked yellow squash recipe is a quick and easy summer side dish that combines fresh garden veggies with creamy, cheesy goodness. Perfect for weeknight dinners or summer potlucks, it’s a comforting and flavorful addition to any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium-sized yellow squash
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Wash the yellow squash and slice them into 1/4-inch rounds.
- In a large bowl, toss the squash slices with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Layer the squash slices in a 9×13-inch baking dish, slightly overlapping them.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded cheddar, grated parmesan, and breadcrumbs.
- Sprinkle the cheese mixture evenly over the squash slices.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the squash is tender and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
If breadcrumbs brown too quickly, cover the dish loosely with foil for the last 5 minutes of baking. For a gluten-free option, use crushed gluten-free crackers or almond flour instead of breadcrumbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the dish
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 8
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