Easy Baked Summer Yellow Squash

Delight in the simple, fresh flavors of summer with this Easy Baked Summer Yellow Squash recipe! Featuring tender yellow squash slices coated with olive oil, seasoned with garlic powder and a hint of black pepper, and topped with a savory mixture of Parmesan cheese and panko bread crumbs, this dish is a true celebration of seasonal produce. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a quick bake in the oven, this recipe delivers a golden, crispy crust over perfectly baked squash in just 25 minutes. Garnished with a touch of fresh parsley, it’s the perfect side dish for barbecues, weeknight dinners, or as a light, satisfying snack. Packed with flavor and texture, this quick and easy recipe is sure to become a summertime favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium yellow squash
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 cup panko bread crumbs
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.

Step 2

Wash and dry the yellow squash. Trim off the ends and slice each squash into 1/4-inch thick rounds.

Step 3

Place the squash rounds in a large mixing bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 4

Sprinkle the squash with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to ensure the seasoning is evenly distributed.

Step 5

In a small bowl, combine the Parmesan cheese and panko bread crumbs.

Step 6

Arrange the squash rounds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, being careful not to overlap them.

Step 7

Sprinkle the Parmesan and panko mixture evenly over the squash slices, pressing lightly to adhere if needed.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the squash is tender and the topping is golden brown.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm as a delicious side dish or light snack.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(913.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	722.8

Total Fat 45.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 44.5mg	0%
Sodium 1725.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 55.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.7g	0%
Total Sugars 23.1g
Protein 28.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 679.5mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 1839.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.2%

Protein: 15.3%

Carbs: 29.5%