Heart-Healthy Roasted Yellow Squash
Elevate your mealtime with our Heart-Healthy Roasted Yellow Squash—a vibrant, nutrient-packed side dish that's as flavorful as it is nutritious. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of tender yellow squash with the bold flavors of garlic powder, dried oregano, and freshly squeezed lemon juice for a perfectly balanced taste. Lightly roasted to golden perfection, the squash slices become irresistibly tender, while a drizzle of olive oil adds richness without compromising heart health. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this dish is quick to prepare, with only 10 minutes of hands-on prep time and 25 minutes in the oven. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners or a wholesome addition to holiday tables, this oven-roasted vegetable dish is a crowd-pleaser loaded with antioxidants and guilt-free goodness. Keywords: heart-healthy side dish, roasted yellow squash, easy vegetable recipe, nutritious roasted squash.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized Yellow squash
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Wash and dry the yellow squash, then slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, dried oregano, and ground black pepper.
Add the squash slices to the bowl and toss them together until they are evenly coated with the oil and seasoning mixture.
Spread the squash slices out on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer to ensure even roasting.
Roast the squash in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are tender and lightly browned, flipping them halfway through the cooking time.
Remove the roasted squash from the oven and transfer them to a serving platter.
Drizzle the lemon juice over the roasted squash, and then sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve warm as a delicious and heart-healthy side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
426 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.4 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 24 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.0 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.6 g | ||
| Protein | 9.1 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 201 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1904 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
