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Cheesy baked squash rounds served on a plate with herbs and cheese

Cheesy Baked Squash Rounds

Enjoy delightful cheesy baked rounds made from summer squash or zucchini, perfect as a side dish or snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Vegetarian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 medium yellow squash or zucchini, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
  • 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (e.g., mozzarella or cheddar)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, toss the sliced squash or zucchini with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Place the rounds on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Sprinkle garlic powder and Italian seasoning over the squash.
  5. Top with shredded cheese and grated Parmesan.
Baking
  1. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the squash is tender and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Serving
  1. Serve hot as a side dish or appetizer.

Notes

For extra crunch, consider adding breadcrumbs on top of the cheese before baking. Ensure even cooking by slicing the squash into uniform rounds.