Roasted Yellow Squash
Elevate your side dish game with this flavorful Roasted Yellow Squash recipe! Tender slices of yellow squash are tossed in olive oil, garlic powder, and seasonings, then roasted to golden perfection in just 20 minutes. A finishing touch of melted Parmesan cheese and fresh thyme adds a savory, herbaceous kick that will leave your taste buds begging for more. This easy-to-make, gluten-free dish is perfect for busy weeknights or as a healthy addition to your holiday spread. Bursting with flavor and natural sweetness, roasted yellow squash pairs wonderfully with grilled meats, hearty salads, or as a stand-alone vegetarian delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Yellow squash
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoons Fresh thyme
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash and dry the yellow squash. Slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
In a large bowl, combine the sliced squash with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the squash is evenly coated.
Arrange the squash in a single layer on a baking sheet, ensuring they are not overlapping.
Roast in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes.
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the squash and return them to the oven.
Continue roasting for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the squash is tender.
Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh thyme before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
374 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.0 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 9 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 1254 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.6 g | ||
| Protein | 7.6 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 181 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 910 mg | 19% | |
*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.
