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Crispy Roasted Summer Squash

Crispy Roasted Summer Squash

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Thin rounds of yellow summer squash roasted with a crunchy bread crumb and parmesan coating.
Servings: 4 servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 small summer squash, washed and sliced, remove ends
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasonings
  • 1/3 cup Panko bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Instructions

  • Slice the summer squash into 1/4 inch slices. Drizzle lightly with olive oil.
  • Place the remaining ingredients for the coating in a gallon size bag and mix gently.
  • Add the sliced squash, a few pieces at a time, to the bag and shake gently to coat with the bread crumb mixture.
  • Place the squash slices in a single layer on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake the squash at 375 degrees for 14-15 minutes.
  • Broil for 1 1/2 minutes to make the tops crispy, if desired. Remove from the oven and serve as a side dish to grilled chicken, fish or beef. Recipe makes 4 servings.

Equipment

  • 1 sheet pan, or air fryer
  • 1 plastic gallon-size bag

Notes

When to pick summer squash?
Make sure to pick or buy summer squash when they are small and light yellow in color. Squash that are allowed to grow bigger get a tough skin and can be full of seeds on the inside. Smaller summer squash are flavorful and more tender.

Nutrition

Calories: 88kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 138mgPotassium: 187mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 298IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 101mgIron: 1mg