Description
Cheesy Baked Squash Rounds are a delightful and easy-to-make dish that perfectly blends sweet yellow squash with gooey cheese, creating a mouthwatering appetizer or side dish. With a crispy breadcrumb topping and a burst of flavor in every bite, these rounds are sure to be a hit at any gathering. Enjoy them warm from the oven for the ultimate comfort food experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium yellow squash (sliced into 1/2-inch rounds)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Slice the yellow squash into even rounds about half an inch thick.
- In a large bowl, toss squash slices with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well coated.
- In another bowl, combine shredded mozzarella, cheddar cheese, and breadcrumbs. Dip each seasoned squash slice into the mixture until fully coated.
- Arrange the coated squash rounds on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 rounds (approximately 90g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg