Description
Enjoy a delightful side dish with these Crispy Baked Cheesy Squash Rounds, featuring tender yellow squash slices coated in a flavorful blend of Parmesan, mozzarella, and seasoned breadcrumbs, baked to golden perfection for a crispy and cheesy treat perfect as an appetizer or side.
Ingredients
Scale
Squash
- 2 medium yellow squash, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
Cheese and Coating
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/3 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Seasonings
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Other
- Nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it using nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Toss Squash Slices: In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced yellow squash with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Toss well to evenly coat each slice with the seasoning and oil.
- Mix Cheese and Breadcrumbs: In a separate bowl, combine the grated Parmesan, shredded mozzarella, seasoned breadcrumbs, and Italian seasoning, mixing thoroughly to distribute the flavors evenly.
- Coat Squash Rounds: Press each seasoned squash slice into the cheese and breadcrumb mixture, ensuring both sides are generously coated to create a flavorful crust.
- Arrange and Bake: Place the coated squash slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, then bake for 20–25 minutes. Flip the rounds halfway through baking to achieve an even golden brown and crispy texture on both sides.
- Serve Warm: Once baked to perfection, remove from the oven and serve the cheesy squash rounds warm as a tasty side dish or appetizer.
Notes
- You can substitute yellow squash with zucchini for a different but equally delicious variation.
- For extra crispiness, broil the squash rounds for the last 1–2 minutes of baking, keeping a close eye to avoid burning.
- Ensure squash slices are of even thickness (about 1/4 inch) for uniform cooking and crispiness.
- Use freshly grated cheeses for the best melt and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6–8 rounds
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
