Description
A delicious and creamy Cheesy Zucchini & Yellow Squash Bake that combines fresh vegetables with a rich cheese mixture, topped with a crispy breadcrumb layer.
Ingredients
- 3 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
- 3 medium yellow squash, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9 × 13-inch baking dish.
- Slice the zucchini and yellow squash into thin, even rounds. Pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 3–4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- In a large bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, cheddar, mozzarella, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the sliced zucchini, yellow squash, and sautéed onion mixture. Gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
- Mix the breadcrumbs with 2 tablespoons melted butter. Sprinkle evenly over the casserole.
- Cover loosely with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 10–15 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and the cheese is bubbling and golden.
- Let the casserole rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the cheese mixture.
- Feel free to substitute other vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg