Baked Cheesy Squash Casserole

Yellow squash and zucchini are both summer squash varieties that belong to the same species, Cucurbita pepo.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Baked Cheesy Squash Casserole

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dinner, Main Dish, Side Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 1800

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 3 cup Yellow Squash
• 3 cup Zucchini
• 1 small Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 cup Cheddar Cheese
• 1 cup Parmesan Cheese
• ¹⁄₂ cup Breadcrumbs
• 2 large Eggs
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black Pepper
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Paprika

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Slice the yellow squash, zucchini, onion, and mince the garlic.
3. In a large skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
4. Add the yellow squash and zucchini to the skillet and cook until tender.
5. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
6. Stir in the sautéed vegetables, cheddar cheese, and parmesan cheese.
7. Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish.
8. Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until golden and bubbly.
10. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 5g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.