Summer squash casserole is a classic comfort food dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or weeknight dinners. This versatile dish can be made with a variety of summer squashes, such as zucchini, yellow squash, or pattypan squash. It is typically combined with a creamy sauce, cheese, and bread crumbs, and then baked until golden brown. This article features two delicious summer squash casserole recipes: a classic recipe and a lightened-up version. The classic recipe uses a creamy sauce made with butter, flour, and milk, while the lightened-up version uses a sauce made with Greek yogurt and low-fat milk. Both recipes are topped with a cheesy bread crumb topping and baked until bubbly and golden brown. Whether you are looking for a classic comfort food dish or a healthier alternative, these summer squash casserole recipes are sure to please everyone at your table.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE
Yellow squash is easily overlooked (cauliflower gets all the attention), but with the addition of cheese and a buttery cracker topping, you can transform it into a summer casserole perfect for a barbecue or potluck.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Put a large colander inside a large bowl.
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add a third of the squash to the skillet, arrange in a single layer and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook, tossing occasionally, until the squash begins to soften and are golden brown spots, about 5 minutes. Transfer to the colander. Repeat 2 more times using 2 tablespoons of butter for each batch and sprinkling with 1/2 teaspoon salt and few grinds of pepper. Transfer each batch to the colander.
- Add 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet along with the pepper and onion and cook, stirring occasionally scraping up any brown bits, until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Let cool for 5 minutes then fold into the squash. Transfer the mixture to a 2-quart casserole dish.
- Whisk together the sour cream, eggs, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl. Fold in the Cheddar, thyme and chives. Pour over the squash making sure that some of the mixture sinks down to the bottom.
- Microwave the remaining tablespoon of butter in a medium bowl until melted. Fold in the crackers and hot sauce. Sprinkle evenly over the squash. Bake until the eggs are cooked through and the crackers are golden brown, 30 to 35 minutes. Let sit for 10 minutes before serving.
MEDITERRANEAN SAUTEED YELLOW SQUASH RECIPE
Easy sautéed yellow squash recipe, prepared Mediterranean-style with sweet onions, bell peppers, garlic and a warm Eastern Mediterranean spice combination. You can totally tailor this recipe to your liking, check out the notes for recipe variations.
Provided by Suzy Karadsheh
Categories Vegetarian/Side Dish
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking. Add sweet onions and cook for about 4 minutes until translucent (you can raise heat to medium-hot and toss onions regularly.)
- Add garlic, yellow squash, and red bell peppers. Drizzle a little more extra virgin olive oil.
- Season with salt, pepper, and spice mixture. Toss with a wooden spoon to make sure vegetables are well coated with the spices. Cook on medium-high, stirring occasionally, until squash and peppers are nice and tender (I like my squash to have some carmalized parts, so it helps to raise the heat for a little while.)
- Transfer to a serving platter. Add another drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a generous pinch of za'atar. If you like, add a sprinkle of crumbled feta cheese, pitted olives, and a handful of chopped fresh herbs like parsley. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 98 calories, Sugar 1.5 g, Sodium 54 mg, Fat 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 5.5 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 2 g, Cholesterol 4.2 mg
SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE
"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
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
CHEESY SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE
Onion and cheddar cheese perk up the rich flavor of summer squash in this comforting casserole. A crispy cornflake-crumb topping adds a little crunch. -Katherine Metz, Jacksonville, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine squash, onion and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until squash is crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Drain., In a small bowl, whisk the egg, mayonnaise, sugar, pepper and remaining salt until blended. Stir in cheese and squash mixture. Transfer to a greased 2-cup baking dish. Toss the cornflakes and butter; sprinkle over top. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° until golden brown and bubbly, 25-30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 376 calories, Fat 31g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 117mg cholesterol, Sodium 937mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
SUMMER SQUASH SIDE DISH CASSEROLE
My daughter-in-law created this healthy yellow squash recipe and shared it with me. I was delighted since my husband and I were cutting down on fried foods. You can easily double or triple this squash casserole to serve at family dinner. -Sue Joyce, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a saucepan, combine the squash, water, onion and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until squash is tender, 15-20 minutes. Remove from the heat; cool., Stir in the egg, bread crumbs, butter and pepper. Transfer to a greased 1-qt. baking dish; sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, until heated through and the cheese is melted, 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 167mg cholesterol, Sodium 1029mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 14g protein.
YELLOW SQUASH , EGGPLANT AND FETA CASSEROLE
This quick and easy side or main one dish meal is a no baking in the oven so this is great for those Hot Summer days! Marinated & Grilled gives the Squash and Eggplant a one level of flavor, then layered with feta cheese topped with your favorite tomato sauce giving it more levels of flavors. Heat through in a micorwave oven and walla!
Provided by Rita1652
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Slice lenghtwise the squash and eggplant into 8 slices each.
- In a large storage bag place oil, lemon, garlic, herbs, pepper, squash and eggplant. Marinate for 1 hour in refrigerator.
- Grill over hot coals for 5 minutes turning half way through.
- Layer grilled squash, eggplant and cheese in a glass 8x8 dish top with sauce and microwave for 3 minutes.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.2, Fat 20.6, SaturatedFat 6.5, Cholesterol 26.8, Sodium 668.2, Carbohydrate 18.6, Fiber 7, Sugar 8.8, Protein 7.7
MAMA'S SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE
This is a wonderful, cheese-enhanced squash casserole that my husband makes from memory of his mother's recipe.
Provided by Northerngirl
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Summer Squash
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 1-quart casserole dish.
- Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add squash and onion, cover, and steam until squash is tender and easily mashed with a fork, 10 to 15 minutes.
- Whisk egg and sour cream together in the prepared casserole dish; add squash, onions, 2/3 the crackers, and 2/3 the Cheddar cheese. Stir with a fork. Cover the squash mixture with remaining Cheddar cheese and crackers.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and crackers are lightly browned, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 369 calories, Carbohydrate 24.9 g, Cholesterol 86.3 mg, Fat 24 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 15.3 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 438.8 mg, Sugar 1.9 g
ACORN SQUASH FETA CASSEROLE
I get loads of compliments on this out-of-the-ordinary casserole whenever I serve it. The recipe marries squash and feta cheese with onion, garlic, bell peppers and a sprinkling of sunflower kernels. Leftovers are delicious hot or cold! -Deborah Vliet, Holland, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 2h
Yield 6-8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cut squash in half; discard seeds. Place squash cut side down in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; add 1/2 in. of hot water. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes. Drain water from pan; turn squash cut side up. Bake 10 minutes longer or until squash is tender; cool slightly. Carefully scoop out squash; place in a large bowl and mash. Set aside., In a large skillet, saute onion and garlic in butter until tender. Add peppers; saute until crisp-tender. In a large bowl, whisk eggs and yogurt until blended. Stir in the squash, onion mixture, feta cheese, salt, pepper and cayenne if desired. , Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with sunflower kernels. Cover and bake at 375° for 25 minutes. Uncover; bake 25-30 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 160°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 606mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE WITH NUTS
This is a recipe that my Southern mother-in-law gave to me, her Yankee daughter-in-law! Zucchini or yellow summer squash may be used together, or interchangeably to create this delicious casserole! Use bread crumbs, crushed crackers or cheese for the topping.
Provided by Paula
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Time 1h10m
Yield 9
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Bring a large pot of water to boil. Add squash, and cook until tender. Drain well.
- Place squash in a large mixing bowl. Add butter, reserving 1/2 tablespoon, to the squash and mash well. Mix bell pepper, sugar, onion, egg, mayonnaise, salt and pepper, cheese and nuts to the mixture. Transfer the mixture to a 1-quart casserole dish. Top with bread crumbs. Dot with the reserved butter.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 35 to 40 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.6 calories, Carbohydrate 9.9 g, Cholesterol 45.5 mg, Fat 22.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 197.9 mg, Sugar 3.8 g
YELLOW SQUASH CASSEROLE
Tender squash, gooey cheese and crunchy crackers make this a memorable side dish or a hearty main course. This is a great dish that can be made with low-fat ingredients and is still just as good!
Provided by ROSECART
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Summer Squash
Time 50m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Place squash and onion in a large skillet over medium heat. Pour in a small amount of water. Cover, and cook until squash is tender, about 5 minutes. Drain well, and place in a large bowl.
- In a medium bowl, mix together cracker crumbs and cheese. Stir half of the cracker mixture into the cooked squash and onions. In a small bowl, mix together eggs and milk, then add to squash mixture. Stir in 1/4 cup melted butter, and season with salt and pepper. Spread into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cracker mixture, and dot with 2 tablespoons butter.
- Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.3 g, Cholesterol 68.8 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 463.5 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE
This fresh-tasting side dish is excellent with any meat. It was a popular part of the meal served at the August wedding of our son James and his bride, Margret.-Carole Davis, Keene, New Hampshire
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 55m
Yield 26-30 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, saute squash, carrots and onions in 6 tablespoons butter until tender; remove from the heat. Stir in soup and sour cream. Melt the remaining butter; add to stuffing mix. Gently stir into the squash mixture. , Transfer to two greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dishes. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until stuffing is heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Fat 14g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 326mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh summer squash that is firm and free of blemishes.
- To save time, you can grate the squash using a food processor or box grater.
- If you don't have feta cheese, you can substitute another type of soft cheese, such as goat cheese or mozzarella.
- To make the casserole ahead of time, assemble it and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours. Then, bake it according to the recipe instructions.
- Serve the casserole warm with a salad or roasted vegetables.
Conclusion:
This summer squash casserole with feta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer meal. The casserole is packed with fresh vegetables and has a creamy, cheesy sauce. It is also a great way to use up any leftover summer squash. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy casserole recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!
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