Description
Thinly Sliced Parmesan Squash is a simple, flavorful side dish featuring tender baked yellow squash slices topped with crispy, golden Parmesan cheese and a blend of herbs. Perfect as a savory snack or a light accompaniment to any meal, this easy recipe highlights fresh summer vegetables with minimal effort and wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
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Squash and Seasonings
- 2 medium yellow squash, thinly sliced
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
Other Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Prepare Squash: In a large bowl, toss the thinly sliced yellow squash with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme until the slices are evenly coated with the seasoning.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the seasoned squash slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Slightly overlap the slices if needed but avoid stacking to ensure even cooking.
- Add Parmesan Topping: Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the arranged squash slices, ensuring each piece gets a good amount of cheese coverage for crispiness.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the squash is tender and the Parmesan cheese has turned golden brown and crisp.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the squash cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, then serve warm as a delicious side or snack.
Notes
- Use a mandoline slicer to achieve uniformly thin squash slices, which helps ensure even cooking and texture.
- This recipe works equally well with zucchini or a mix of yellow squash and zucchini for variety.
- Serve the baked parmesan squash as a flavorful side dish alongside grilled meats or as a healthy savory snack any time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
