Description
Roasted Summer Squash is a delightful dish that brings together the vibrant flavors of fresh summer squash, Parmesan cheese, and zesty lemon pepper seasoning. This quick and easy recipe transforms tender squash into a crispy, golden treat that’s perfect for summer barbecues, weeknight dinners, or any gathering. Not only is it a nutritious addition to your meals, but it also pairs beautifully with grilled meats, salads, or can even stand alone as a healthy snack. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time, you can create a side dish that will impress your family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound summer squash (about 2 medium)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Panko bread crumbs
- 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the summer squash into ½-inch rounds and toss with olive oil in a mixing bowl.
- In another bowl, mix Parmesan cheese, Panko bread crumbs, lemon pepper seasoning, paprika, and kosher salt.
- Coat the squash slices evenly with the seasoning mixture.
- Spread the seasoned squash on a baking pan in a single layer.
- Roast for 12-14 minutes until tender; broil for an extra 1-2 minutes for added crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg