Description
Roasted Summer Squash is a deliciously simple dish that transforms fresh summer squash into a crispy, savory delight. This recipe features a flavorful coating of Parmesan cheese and Panko breadcrumbs, enhancing the natural sweetness of the squash while delivering a satisfying crunch. Perfect for family dinners, gatherings, or as a quick snack, this versatile side dish pairs beautifully with grilled meats or can be enjoyed on its own. In just 25 minutes, you can create a healthy and family-friendly dish that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound summer squash (about 2 medium)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Panko bread crumbs
- 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Cut the squash into uniform ½" slices and toss them with olive oil in a mixing bowl until well-coated.
- In a separate bowl, combine Parmesan cheese, Panko breadcrumbs, lemon pepper seasoning, paprika, and kosher salt. Mix thoroughly.
- Coat the squash slices with the seasoned mixture until evenly covered.
- Arrange the coated squash on a baking pan in a single layer and roast for 12-14 minutes until tender. For extra crunch, broil for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 100g
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg