Best 7 Baked Couscous With Summer Squash Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with our delectable baked couscous with summer squash, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This vibrant dish showcases the best of summer's bounty, featuring tender zucchini, sweet bell peppers, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic herbs, all harmoniously blended with fluffy couscous.

Our recipe collection offers a delightful variety of baked couscous dishes, each with its own unique twist. From the classic combination of vegetables and herbs to the tantalizing addition of feta cheese and sun-dried tomatoes, our recipes cater to every palate. For those seeking a vegan option, we have a recipe that swaps feta for creamy avocado, creating a dish that is both flavorful and satisfying.

Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a showstopping dish for a special occasion, our baked couscous recipes have you covered. With just a few simple steps and readily available ingredients, you can create a meal that is not only delicious but also visually appealing.

So gather your loved ones, set the table, and prepare to indulge in a culinary experience that celebrates the flavors of summer. Let our baked couscous recipes guide you on a journey of taste and discovery!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

ISRAELI COUSCOUS WITH SQUASH



Israeli Couscous with Squash image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Cook 1 1/2 cups Israeli couscous as the label directs. Meanwhile, cook 1 small chopped onion, 1 teaspoon chopped thyme, 1 cup cubed butternut squash, 3 chopped dates and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt in a skillet with olive oil until just tender, 6 minutes. Add 1/2 cup water and cook 4 minutes. Stir in the couscous, 1/2 cup chopped pistachios and 2 tablespoons chopped parsley; season with salt and pepper.

COUSCOUS WITH YELLOW SUMMER SQUASH



Couscous With Yellow Summer Squash image

Make and share this Couscous With Yellow Summer Squash recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Outta Here

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
3/4 cup summer squash, diced
salt and pepper, to taste
1 1/4 cups low sodium chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
1 cup couscous
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped (or Italian parsley)

Steps:

  • Heat the butter and oil in a saucepan with a tight fitting lid.
  • Add the onion, garlic, salt and pepper.
  • Cook, stirring, until onions are softened. Stir in the squash.
  • Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  • Add the couscous and blend well. Cover, remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes.
  • Add the cilantro (or parsley) and blend well with a fork.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.8, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 53.8, Carbohydrate 36.6, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 1, Protein 7.5

SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE



Summer Squash Casserole image

"Why don't you just cook something that tastes really good?" Julia Reed's mother said that, chiding her daughter, a writer of uncommon style and wit who used to contribute food essays and recipes to The New York Times Magazine. Her mother thought Ms. Reed spent too much time thinking about complicated, over-the-top recipes at the expense of simple, honest American cooking that draws compliments not because it looks amazing, but because it's delicious. Like, for example, this recipe, for what Julia called in a 2002 article, "the best squash casserole on the planet Earth." The ingredients are by no means fancy - summer squash, jalapeño, white bread, Ritz crackers, eggs and Cheddar - but they combine in mysterious and marvelous ways to deliver a perfect accompaniment to grilled chicken or a weekend roast.

Provided by Julia Reed

Categories     casseroles, times classics, side dish

Time 1h

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

7 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for greasing the dish
2 pounds yellow summer squash
1 large onion, chopped
1 large clove garlic, chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
1 jalapeño, seeded and chopped (optional)
4 slices plain white bread, toasted
24 Ritz crackers, crushed finely in food processor
1/2 pound sharp Cheddar, grated
4 large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 2 1/2-quart baking dish. Cut the squash into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Cook in boiling, salted water until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain. Purée in a food processor.
  • Melt 6 tablespoons of the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic and peppers and cook until just tender. Meanwhile, crumb the toast in a food processor, melt remaining butter and toss together.
  • Mix the squash purée, onions, peppers, garlic, cracker crumbs and cheese. Stir in the eggs, cream, sugar and seasonings. Blend well. Pour into the baking dish. Top with bread crumbs and bake until browned, about 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 329, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 471 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 1 gram

SQUASH AND VEGGIE COUSCOUS



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This simple, yet tasty side dish is a snap to whip up, and it's perfect when the veggies are in season. Try it with chicken, fish or even pork. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup chicken broth
3/4 cup uncooked couscous
1 medium yellow summer squash, chopped
3/4 cup chopped carrot
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup chopped sweet onion
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt-free lemon-pepper seasoning

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in couscous. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 5-10 minutes or until broth is absorbed. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the squash, carrot, green pepper and onion in butter until tender. Stir in seasonings. Fluff couscous with a fork; toss with vegetable mixture.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 307mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

COUSCOUS WITH YELLOW SQUASH



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     easy, quick, weekday, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
3/4 cup diced yellow squash cut into 1/4-inch cubes
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 1/4 cups fresh or canned chicken broth
1 cup precooked couscous
1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh coriander

Steps:

  • Heat the butter and oil in a saucepan. Add the onion, garlic, squash, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until wilted, but do not brown.
  • Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add the couscous and blend well. Cover tightly, remove from the heat and let stand 5 minutes. Add the coriander and blend well with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 240, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 387 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

SUMMER SQUASH BAKE



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From Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, Gail Smrtic shares this colorful casserole that makes the most of fresh summer squash. A handful of chopped pecans adds a nutty crunch to the creamy side dish.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups sliced yellow summer squash
2 tablespoons water
1/2 cup finely chopped green pepper
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place squash and water in a 1-1/2-qt. microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain well. Stir in the green pepper, onion, pecans, mayonnaise, 1/3 cup of cheese, sugar, salt and pepper. , Transfer to a lightly greased shallow 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 26g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 374mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

PEG'S SUMMER SQUASH BAKE



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An easy summer recipe that you are sure to enjoy! Feel free to doctor it up by adding chopped red pepper and/or alternating with zucchini as well.

Provided by Peg

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Summer Squash

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 large summer squash, sliced 1/4-inch thick
¼ cup butter, cut into small chunks
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Lay the summer squash slices in a single layer in a 9x12-inch baking dish; dot with butter. Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the squash.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the squash is tender, bubbling, and golden yellow-brown, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.2 calories, Carbohydrate 2.9 g, Cholesterol 34.9 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 159.8 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

Tips:

  • To ensure even cooking, use a large baking dish that will accommodate all of the ingredients in a single layer. This will help prevent the couscous from steaming instead of baking.
  • Be sure to season the couscous well with salt and pepper before baking. This will help bring out the flavor of the dish.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables in this recipe. Some other good options include zucchini, bell peppers, or mushrooms.
  • If you want a crispier topping, you can sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the dish before baking. To make this a vegetarian dish, just replace the chicken broth with vegetable broth.

Conclusion:

This baked couscous with summer squash is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer meal. The combination of couscous, vegetables, and chicken (or vegetable broth) creates a flavorful and satisfying dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. With a few simple tips and tricks, you can easily make this dish your own and enjoy it all summer long.

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