Mary's Posh Yellow Squash

Elevate your side dish game with Mary's Posh Yellow Squash, a luxurious blend of tender sautéed squash, caramelized onions, and fragrant garlic, all crowned with a golden, buttery Parmesan-panko crust. This easy yet elegant recipe transforms everyday yellow squash into a culinary masterpiece, perfect for family dinners or special occasions. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes, this oven-baked dish brings out the natural sweetness of the squash while adding layers of savory flavor and irresistible crunch. Garnished with a touch of fresh parsley, this versatile dish pairs beautifully with roasted meats or stands alone as a vegetarian delight. Perfectly balanced and packed with flavor, Mary’s Posh Yellow Squash is your next go-to for crowd-pleasing comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium yellow squash
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Wash the yellow squash and slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds.

Step 3

Peel and finely dice the yellow onion, and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onion becomes soft and lightly caramelized.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 7

Stir in the sliced yellow squash, salt, and black pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the squash begins to soften.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with the Parmesan cheese.

Step 9

Melt the butter and drizzle it over the breadcrumb mixture, tossing to combine evenly.

Step 10

Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the sautéed squash in the skillet in an even layer.

Step 11

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crispy.

Step 12

Remove the skillet from the oven and allow the dish to cool slightly for 5 minutes.

Step 13

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1101.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	984.0

Total Fat 68.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 110.3mg	0%
Sodium 3024.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.1g	0%
Total Sugars 31.5g
Protein 30.4g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 687.5mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 2084.4mg	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: 60.5%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 27.5%