Cheesy Summer Squash with Hot Honey

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This cheesy summer squash with hot honey is a sweet, spicy and savory dish that highlights the best of summer produce. Sliced yellow squash is roasted, then topped with cheese that’s melted until bubbling and golden. A drizzle of hot honey adds a bold kick that perfectly balances the richness of the cheese and the mild flavor of the squash.

Active Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
4
Ingredients for a recipe, including squash slices, cheese, and spices, arranged in small bowls on a countertop

Photographer: Hannah Hufham, Food Stylist: Marianne Williams, Prop Stylist: Keoshia McGhee

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Ingredients

  • 3 medium yellow squash, sliced on the bias (½-inch)

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

  • teaspoons onion powder

  • teaspoons dried oregano, divided

  • ½ teaspoon ground pepper

  • ½ cup shredded low-moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese

  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese

  • 2 medium cloves garlic, grated (about 1 teaspoon)

  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

  • teaspoon salt

  • 1 tablespoon hot honey

  • Torn fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Directions

  1. Place a large rimmed baking sheet on upper-third oven rack; preheat to 450°F.

  2. Combine sliced squash, 2 tablespoons oil, 1½ teaspoons onion powder, 1 teaspoon oregano and ½ teaspoon pepper in a large bowl; toss well to coat. Carefully transfer to the preheated baking sheet; spread in an even layer. Roast until starting to become tender-crisp, about 3 minutes.

    Slices of summer squash arranged on a baking tray, seasoned and prepared for cooking

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  3. Meanwhile, combine ½ cup mozzarella, ½ cup feta, the grated garlic, 1 teaspoon lemon zest and the remaining ½ teaspoon oregano in a small bowl.

    A bowl containing shredded cheese placed on a kitchen counter

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  4. Remove squash from oven; carefully pat the slices dry with paper towels. Flip the squash slices; top evenly with the cheese mixture.

    Sliced squash pieces with cheese on a surface

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  5. Increase oven temperature to broil. Broil the squash until the cheese mixture is browned and melted, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle with ⅛ teaspoon salt and drizzle with 1 tablespoon hot honey. Garnish with torn basil, if desired.

    a recipe photo of Cheesy Summer Squash with Hot Honey

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Recipe developed by Marianne Williams

EatingWell.com, June 2025

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

205 Calories
13g Fat
19g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size about 5 slices
Calories 205
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 19g 7%
Dietary Fiber 4g 15%
Total Sugars 12g
Added Sugars 4g 8%
Protein 7g 14%
Total Fat 13g 16%
Saturated Fat 4g 22%
Cholesterol 20mg 7%
Vitamin A 74µg
Vitamin C 15mg 17%
Vitamin D 0µg
Vitamin E 2mg 10%
Folate 61µg
Vitamin K 17µg
Sodium 271mg 12%
Calcium 233mg 18%
Iron 1mg 8%
Magnesium 71mg 17%
Potassium 544mg 12%
Zinc 2mg 17%
Vitamin B12 0µg
Omega 3 0g

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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