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Roasted Summer Squash with Smoked Paprika and Manchego Cheese

Roasted Summer Squash with Manchego brings together the tender, caramelized goodness of oven-roasted summer squash, sprinkled with the nutty, sweet notes of Manchego cheese. Served alongside your favorite grilled meats or a hearty salad, it's the kind of dish that turns a simple weeknight dinner into a memorable meal your family will ask for again and again.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American, Gluten Free, Healthy
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 126kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lbs summer squash cut into 1 inch chunks
  • 1 ½ teaspoons sea salt
  • 1 yellow onion diced
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil
  • 1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 3 ounces manchego grated

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Toss the squash and salt and place on paper towels.
  • Allow to drain for 30 minutes then transfer to a large bowl. Add onion, olive oil and paprika and toss well.
  • Arrange in a single layer on prepared baking sheet and cook for 13 to 16 minutes, flipping half way through.
  • Sprinkle with cheese and broil for 2 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 126kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 117mg | Potassium: 323mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 330IU | Vitamin C: 20.6mg | Calcium: 223mg | Iron: 0.4mg