Healthy Summer Squash and Cheese

This simple, healthier summer squash casserole makes an excellent side dish for the sunny veggie harvest season.

Step: 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step: 2

Combine squash and green onions in a baking pan. Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice on top. Sprinkle with garlic powder and onion powder.

Step: 3

Bake in the preheated oven about 25 minutes. Season squash with salt and pepper and sprinkle Colby-Monterey Jack cheese on top. Continue baking until squash is tender and cheese is melted, 5 to 10 minutes more.

Per Serving: 137 calories; protein 5.6g; carbohydrates 14.2g; fat 7.7g; cholesterol 10.9mg; sodium 133.9mg.

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