Description
This cheesy baked squash recipe is the perfect combination of savory flavors and tender texture. With a crispy, golden cheese topping, it’s a simple yet delicious side dish that works for any meal. The squash rounds are lightly seasoned with garlic, salt, and pepper, topped with mozzarella and parmesan, and baked to perfection. A sprinkle of fresh herbs at the end takes this dish to the next level!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium yellow squash (or zucchini), sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a bowl, toss the squash rounds with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder (if using) until evenly coated.
- Arrange the squash rounds in a single layer on the baking sheet, without overlapping.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan evenly over each round.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the squash is tender and the cheese is melted and golden.
- Optionally, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end to get the cheese bubbly and crispy.
- Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and sprinkle with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- You can use zucchini instead of yellow squash for a slightly different flavor.
- Feel free to add a bit of red pepper flakes if you like a little spice.
- The cheese mixture is flexible – feel free to experiment with different cheeses like cheddar or gouda!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: cheesy squash, baked squash, easy side dish, zucchini bake