Zucchini Summer Squash Cake Casserole: A Delightful Dish for Any Occasion
If you are looking for a delicious and versatile dish that is perfect for any occasion, look no further than the Zucchini Summer Squash Cake Casserole. This savory dish is not only easy to make, but it is also packed with flavor. Made with fresh zucchini, summer squash, and a variety of herbs and spices, this casserole is a delightful combination of flavors and textures. Whether you are serving it as a main course or a side dish, this casserole is sure to be a hit. Additionally, this article provides two variations of the Zucchini Summer Squash Cake Casserole: one with a cheesy topping and one with a crispy breadcrumb topping. Both variations are equally delicious and offer a unique twist on the classic recipe.
ZUCCHINI & SUMMER SQUASH "CAKE" CASSEROLE
I adapted this recipe from an old Bisquick recipe. You can add pre-cooked meat, more cheese (I used a 3 cheddar blend) or use just the squash or just the zucchini. I have substituted the Salt and Pepper with Italian Seasoning (1 TBSP) or Southern Plate's Zesty Bread Seasoning (1 TSP). You can even add a splash of your Favorite ...
Provided by Barbara Miller
Categories Other Main Dishes
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9" x 2" round cake pan. Set it aside. (The pan needs to be at least 2" deep to prevent spill-overs.)
- 2. Add the Zucchini, Squash and Onion to a large mixing bowl.
- 3. Add the Mayonnaise to the bowl.
- 4. Break the eggs into the bowl.
- 5. Add the Baking Mix to the bowl.
- 6. Add the cheese to the bowl.
- 7. Add the salt and pepper to the bowl.
- 8. Stir everything together. Leave no lumps. Make sure all of the vegetables are moistened with the mixture.
- 9. Pour the contents of the bowl into the prepared pan. Smooth the top evenly.
- 10. Place the pan in the oven (rack should be in the upper third of the oven) and bake on 350 for 45 to 55 minutes. The top will be golden brown and a knife will come out clean when inserted into the middle.
- 11. Carefully remove from the oven and allow to cool in the pan 10-15 minutes before cutting. Can be cut into 4 large servings or 8 smaller wedges.
- 12. Refrigerate leftovers. Reheat the smaller wedges in the microwave for 30 seconds (for 1 serving.)
YELLOW SQUASH AND ZUCCHINI GRATIN
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
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.
ZUCCHINI AND SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE
A great summertime casserole using yellow squash and zucchini. But if the little zucchini buggers are taking over your house, it's o.k. to use all zucchini in this recipe! :)
Provided by PalatablePastime
Categories Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Grease a 9 x 13 inch baking dish or casserole and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons butter; add onions and cook until tender; add zucchini and yellow squash and cook, stirring until just tender; season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Add the condensed soup, sour cream, and mushrooms, mixing well.
- In a large bowl, combine the melted butter with the stuffing mix; pour half the stuffing mix into the baking dish.
- Layer the squash mixture over the stuffing mix.
- Cover with the remaining stuffing mix.
- Bake uncovered at 350 degrees F for 30-35 minutes, or until topping is golden brown and casserole is bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 477.9, Fat 31.8, SaturatedFat 18.1, Cholesterol 76, Sodium 1102.3, Carbohydrate 41.1, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 9.8, Protein 9.3
SQUASH AND ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE
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
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
SUMMER ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE
If you have lots of zucchini in the garden, then this is a great way to use them. It's different, but very tasty. It's so good that even my picky children like to eat it.
Provided by HIGHROAD
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Boil the zucchini and onion in water for 5 minutes; drain well. In a medium bowl, combine the soup, sour cream and carrots. Stir in the zucchini and onion and mix well.
- In a separate medium bowl, combine the butter and stuffing mix. Spread half of this mixture into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spoon the zucchini mixture over the stuffing, then top off with the other half of the stuffing.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 25 to 30 minutes, or until stuffing is golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 610.6 calories, Carbohydrate 51.5 g, Cholesterol 92.8 mg, Fat 41.4 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 23.7 g, Sodium 1250.9 mg, Sugar 9.7 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, young zucchini for the best flavor and texture.
- Grate the zucchini coarsely to retain some texture in the casserole.
- Squeeze the excess moisture out of the grated zucchini before adding it to the batter.
- Use a combination of all-purpose flour and cornmeal for a slightly gritty texture.
- Add plenty of chopped herbs, such as basil, oregano, or thyme, for extra flavor.
- Use a well-seasoned cast-iron skillet for a crispy crust on the bottom of the casserole.
- Bake the casserole until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Serve the casserole warm, with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt.
Conclusion:
Zucchini summer squash cake casserole is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's a great way to use up fresh zucchini from the garden, and it's also a good source of vitamins and minerals. This casserole is also a good option for those who are following a gluten-free diet. With its moist, tender texture and flavorful crust, zucchini summer squash cake casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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