Stuffed Yellow Squash (Air Fryer and Oven Methods)

stuffed yellow squash boats on a serving platter

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Stuffed Yellow Squash (Air Fryer and Oven Methods)

Stuffed Yellow Squash boats are a simple and delicious seasonal recipe ideal for serving as a holiday appetizer or side dish. Keep them meatless and serve with baked chicken or fish, enjoy as a simple vegetarian dinner, or add meat to the stuffing for a one-pan stuffed vegetable dinner.

Prep Time15

Cook Time15

Total Time30

Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Diet: Vegetarian

Keyword: stuffed yellow squash boats, vegetarian squash boats, yellow squash boats

Servings:

Calories: 254kcal

Author: Kristina Tipps

Equipment

baking sheet
parchment paper
air fryer optional

Ingredients

4 yellow squash
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
½ small onion diced
3 whole garlic cloves minced
½ cup tomato sauce
½ cup plain breadcrumbs
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon dried parsley
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Oven Method

In a large covered pot, bring enough water to cover squash to a boil over high heat. Add whole squash and simmer for 8 minutes.
While squash simmers, saute the diced onions in oil for 4 minutes. Add minced garlic and saute 1 minute longer. Remove from the heat and add tomato sauce, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese parsley, salt and black pepper. Mix to combine.
Remove squash from the boiling water when done and slice in half on the long side. Scoop out seeds and discard.
Place squash halves on a parchment lined baking sheet and stuff evenly with the breadcrumb mixture. Sprinkle with additional shredded mozzarella and bake for 15 minutes in an oven preheated to 400℉, or until cheese has melted.
Serve garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Air Fryer Method

Follow steps 1 to 3 from above.
Fill the squash evenly with the breadcrumb mixture. Place the stuffed squash halves in the air fryer basket or tray and sprinkle with additional shredded mozzarella.
Set the air fryer to 375℉ and cook for 4-5 minutes or until the cheese has melted.

Notes

Serve as a meatless dinner or lunch, as an appetizer or side for a holiday dinner, or as a side with baked chicken.

Add ground beef or diced chicken to the stuffing to create a complete "stuffed vegetable" meal with meat.

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