Squash with Onions and Parmesan
Elevate your side dish game with this delightful recipe for Squash with Onions and Parmesan. Featuring tender slices of yellow squash (or zucchini) and sweet caramelized onions, this dish is gently seasoned with garlic, salt, and pepper, creating a flavorful base for the star ingredient—melty Parmesan cheese. A quick sauté in olive oil brings out the natural sweetness of the vegetables, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a vibrant finishing touch. Ready in just 30 minutes, this simple yet satisfying recipe is perfect as a low-carb side for weeknights or a crowd-pleasing addition to a holiday spread. With minimal ingredients and maximum flavor, this dish strikes the perfect balance between wholesome and indulgent.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized yellow squash (or zucchini)
- 1 large onion
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
Wash and pat dry the yellow squash or zucchini. Slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds and set aside.
Peel and thinly slice the onion into half-moon shapes.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the sliced onion to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes, until softened and slightly caramelized.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Toss the sliced squash into the skillet. Stir well to combine with the onions and garlic.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the squash is tender but not mushy.
Reduce the heat to low and sprinkle the Parmesan cheese evenly over the squash mixture. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the Parmesan melt, about 2 minutes.
Remove from heat and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley (if using) for an added pop of color and flavor.
Transfer the squash and onion mixture to a serving dish and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
611 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.4 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.7 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 1523 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.4 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.9 g | ||
| Protein | 24.1 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 574 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1272 mg | 27% | |
*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.
