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Roasted Yellow Squash with Parmesan Cheese and Herbs

Delicious Roasted Yellow Squash with Parmesan Cheese and Herbs

Enjoy this Roasted Yellow Squash with Parmesan Cheese and Herbs recipe, bursting with flavors and perfect as a side dish or a light main course.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 2 medium yellow squash
Seasonings
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
Toppings
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh herbs such as basil or parsley
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional for heat

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Preparation and Roasting
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Slice the yellow squash into rounds and place them in a bowl.
  3. Drizzle the olive oil over the squash and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
  4. Spread the squash in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  5. Roast in the oven for 20 minutes, until tender and slightly caramelized.
  6. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, fresh herbs, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes.
  7. Return to the oven and roast for an additional 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 10g

Notes

Feel free to customize with different cheeses or add additional vegetables for a twist on this classic recipe.

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