Best 5 Squash And Zucchini Casserole Lightened Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our delightful Squash and Zucchini Casserole Lightened, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This guilt-free casserole redefines comfort food, featuring a medley of tender zucchini, hearty squash, and a delectable blend of seasonings, all enveloped in a creamy sauce.

This recipe collection offers three variations to suit your dietary preferences: a classic version bursting with cheesy goodness, a vegan option for a plant-based indulgence, and a gluten-free alternative that caters to those with dietary restrictions. Each variation promises a unique taste experience while maintaining the essence of this wholesome casserole.

Embrace the goodness of fresh vegetables, the warmth of savory spices, and the creamy richness of the sauce as you explore these recipes. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a culinary novice, this versatile dish is guaranteed to become a family favorite. Dive into the world of flavors and textures, and let the Squash and Zucchini Casserole Lightened take you on a culinary adventure.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

YELLOW SQUASH AND ZUCCHINI GRATIN



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This gratin is the perfect way to use up an abundance of summer squash. It's easy to prepare, takes just 10 minutes in the oven and serves up bubbly and delicious. -Jonathan Lawler, Greenfield, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter
2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 medium yellow summer squash, cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 shallots, minced
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup panko bread crumbs, divided
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat; add zucchini, yellow squash and shallots. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, 4-6 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute more., Add the cream; cook until thickened, 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in 1/2 cup bread crumbs and 1/4 cup cheese. Spoon mixture into a greased 11x7-in. or 2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining bread crumbs and cheese. Bake until golden brown, 8-10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 357mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

SQUASH AND ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE (LIGHTENED)



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We have enjoyed this casserole for years, but since we are trying to eat better. I made a lightened version and took out alot of the fat and calories. That way we can enjoy this and not have to suffer the consequences later.

Provided by MsSally

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 cups summer squash, sliced (I used a mixture of zucchini and yellow)
1 cup onion, chopped
1 cup carrot, shredded
1 (10 ounce) can Healthy Request cream of chicken soup
1 cup nonfat sour cream
1 cup 2% cheddar cheese, shredded
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons Mrs. Dash seasoning mix
8 ounces cornbread stuffing mix, your choice
1/2 cup chicken broth
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Place squash and onion in a microwave safe bowl add about 1/4 c water and cover with plastic wrap. Be sure to leave a small vent hole. Microwave on high about 4 mins or till tender. Drain.
  • Preheat oven to 350. Spray a 9 x 13 casserole with cooking spray. In a small bowl combine stuffing mix and chicken broth. Put 1/2 of this mixture in bottom of casserole.
  • Mix squash/onion mixture with carrots, sour cream, cornstarch, and cream of chicken soup, cheese, and Mrs Dash.
  • Pour squash mixture over stuffing in casserole. Top with remaining stuffing mix and spray lightly with cooking spray.
  • Bake in oven uncovered for 30 mins or till bubbly.

CHEESY SQUASH AND ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE



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This cheesy dish is a favorite of our Thanksgiving dinner.

Provided by HALR9000

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Summer Squash

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound yellow squash, sliced
1 pound zucchini, sliced
½ onion, diced
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup biscuit baking mix (such as Bisquick®)
½ cup butter
2 eggs
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
10 saltine crackers, or as needed, crushed
¼ cup bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Fill a large pot with water and bring to a rolling boil. Add yellow squash, zucchini, and onion; bring back to a boil, and cook vegetables until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and transfer vegetables to a large bowl.
  • Mix Cheddar cheese, baking mix, butter, eggs, sugar, and salt with the cooked vegetables using a large spoon; stir until butter has melted and baking mix has dissolved. Fold crushed crackers into the mixture until the liquid has been absorbed. Pour mixture into a 1 1/2-quart casserole dish; top with bread crumbs.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until topping is lightly browned and cheese is melted, 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277.7 calories, Carbohydrate 16.4 g, Cholesterol 95.1 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 8.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.8 g, Sodium 663.4 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

SQUASH AND ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE



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Here's a vegetable casserole that's great as a summer meal. You might want to put a cookie sheet or something under this dish as it bakes, because it sometimes bubbles over.

Provided by Ann Marie

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 50m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 medium yellow squash
2 large zucchini
1 Vidalia onions, thinly sliced
2 large tomatoes, sliced
2 cups grated Romano cheese
½ cup butter, divided
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Cut the zucchini and squash into long, thin layers. Lightly grease a 7x11-inch baking dish and layer the squash, zucchini, onion and tomatoes into the baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese and add pats of butter between each layer of vegetables, and season each layer with salt and ground black pepper to taste.
  • Continue this layering process until all the vegetables are used up and top this off with the remaining butter and cheese.
  • Cover and bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 20 to 30 minutes, or until vegetables are to desired tenderness and cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 98.3 mg, Fat 31.9 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 18.6 g, SaturatedFat 19.9 g, Sodium 721.2 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

ZUCCHINI & YELLOW SQUASH CASSEROLE



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Cheesy and Baked until golden brown, this is one of favorite side dishes. Low-Carb/Keto-Friendly with less than 3 net grams carbs per servind/8 servings per recipe. It makes a 9x13-inch baking dish, and leftovers are great. I've also frozen it before cooking and after cooking-it does well on both accounts. Nutrition...

Provided by Paula Todora

Categories     Vegetables

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp butter
1/2 c white onion, coarsely chopped
2 clove garlic, minced
2 medium yellow squash
2 medium zucchini
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 c heavy cream
1/4 c whole milk
2 medium eggs

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • 2. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir onion and garlic in the hot oil-butter mixture until softened, about 3 minutes. Add squash, salt, and pepper; stir to combine. Cook, stirring occasionally, until squash is softened, about 5-10 minutes. Transfer squash mixture to a large bowl.
  • 3. Add 1 cup cheese, cream, milk and eggs to the bowl with the squash mixture and mix. Pour squash mixture into a 9x13-inch casserole dish sprayed with nonstick spray; top with remaining cheese.
  • 4. Bake in the preheated oven until casserole is golden brown and bubbling, 25 to 30 minutes.

Tips:

  • Choose firm, ripe squash and zucchini for the best flavor and texture.
  • To save time, use a food processor or grater to shred the squash and zucchini.
  • If you don't have a casserole dish, you can use a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • Be sure to spray the casserole dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  • Bake the casserole until the squash and zucchini are tender and the top is golden brown.
  • Let the casserole cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

This squash and zucchini casserole is a delicious and easy way to enjoy these summer vegetables. It's perfect for a potluck, picnic, or weeknight meal. With its simple ingredients and lightened-up recipe, this casserole is a healthy and flavorful dish that everyone will enjoy.

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