Sunday Yellow Squash

Transform your weekend dinner into a celebration of flavor with this irresistible Sunday Yellow Squash recipe! Featuring tender yellow squash and sweet caramelized onions, this dish is elevated with a crunchy, golden topping of panko breadcrumbs, buttery parmesan cheese, and a hint of garlic. Perfectly seasoned with a touch of red pepper flakes for optional heat, it’s baked to perfection and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a bright, fresh note. With just 40 minutes from prep to plate, this side dish is as easy as it is delicious, pairing perfectly with roast chicken, grilled fish, or even as a light vegetarian main. Packed with summer flavors and simple, wholesome ingredients, this baked yellow squash recipe is destined to become your new Sunday dinner staple!

Nutriscore Rating: 35/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium yellow squash
• 1 large onion
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon optional: red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Wash and dry the yellow squash. Slice them into thin rounds, about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 3

Peel and slice the onion into thin strips.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and sauté for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and slightly caramelized.

Step 5

Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet. Sauté for another 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the sliced squash to the skillet along with the salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir everything together and cook for 3–4 minutes until the squash begins to soften.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, melted butter, and grated parmesan cheese.

Step 8

Transfer the squash mixture to a lightly greased baking dish. Spread the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the squash is tender.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top before serving.

Step 11

Serve warm as a side dish or a light main course. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(123.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	758.7

Total Fat 77.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 105.8mg	0%
Sodium 3189.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 2.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.6g	0%
Total Sugars 0.2g
Protein 16.8g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 461.7mg	0%
Iron 0.7mg	0%
Potassium 49.1mg	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: 89.8%

Protein: 8.7%

Carbs: 1.5%