Description
Indulge in the delightful comfort of Cheesy Baked Squash Rounds, a perfect blend of sweet yellow squash and gooey cheese. These scrumptious bites are topped with a crunchy breadcrumb crust, making them an irresistible addition to any meal. Ideal for gatherings or cozy family dinners, these rounds have everyone asking for seconds. With their vibrant colors and mouthwatering aroma, they are sure to impress your guests while sneaking in some veggies!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium yellow squash (about 450g), sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss the squash slices with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Place the squash rounds on the prepared baking sheet. Top each slice generously with mozzarella and cheddar cheese, followed by a sprinkle of breadcrumbs.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 rounds (90g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg