Squash and Zucchini Casserole

Gluten Free
Health score
14%
Squash and Zucchini Casserole
50 min.
4
483kcal

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Looking for a delicious and versatile dish that can serve as a side, lunch, main course, or main dish? Look no further than this mouthwatering Squash and Zucchini Casserole! Not only is this dish gluten-free, but it's also packed with nutrients and flavors that will have your taste buds dancing.

This casserole features a harmonious blend of tender squash, zucchini, onions, and tomatoes, all topped with a generous amount of grated Romano cheese. The secret to its irresistible taste lies in the layering process, where each layer is seasoned with salt, pepper, and pats of butter, ensuring that every bite is infused with the perfect balance of flavors.

Ready in just 50 minutes, this Squash and Zucchini Casserole is perfect for those busy weeknights or when you're entertaining guests. With a caloric breakdown of 16.61% protein, 67.43% fat, and 15.96% carbs, it's a well-rounded meal that will satisfy your cravings without compromising on your dietary needs.

So why not give this delectable dish a try and impress your family and friends with your cooking prowess? Whether you're a seasoned chef or a culinary novice, this Squash and Zucchini Casserole is sure to become a staple in your recipe collection.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup butter divided
  • cups pecorino cheese grated
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  • large tomatoes sliced
  •  onion thinly sliced
  • medium to 3 sized squashes yellow
  • large zucchini 

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Continue this layering process until all the vegetables are used up and top this off with the remaining butter and cheese.
  5. 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

Calories483kcal
Protein16.61%
Fat67.43%
Carbs15.96%

Properties

Glycemic Index
40.5
Glycemic Load
2.65
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
23.886956458506%

Flavonoids

Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.07mg
Naringenin
0.62mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
1.03mg
Myricetin
1.06mg
Quercetin
13.61mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:482.94kcal
24.15%
Fat:37.42g
57.57%
Saturated Fat:23.35g
145.92%
Carbohydrates:19.93g
6.64%
Net Carbohydrates:15.4g
5.6%
Sugar:13.12g
14.58%
Cholesterol:113.01mg
37.67%
Sodium:1002.29mg
43.58%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.74g
41.49%
Vitamin C:62.01mg
75.16%
Calcium:605.12mg
60.51%
Phosphorus:529.6mg
52.96%
Vitamin A:2194.45IU
43.89%
Vitamin B6:0.7mg
35.03%
Manganese:0.63mg
31.72%
Vitamin B2:0.52mg
30.56%
Potassium:1042.27mg
29.78%
Folate:104.21µg
26.05%
Magnesium:84.26mg
21.06%
Vitamin K:20.41µg
19.44%
Fiber:4.53g
18.12%
Zinc:2.38mg
15.86%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
13.82%
Copper:0.25mg
12.54%
Selenium:8.47µg
12.1%
Vitamin E:1.59mg
10.62%
Vitamin B12:0.61µg
10.14%
Iron:1.79mg
9.97%
Vitamin B3:1.91mg
9.53%
Vitamin B5:0.89mg
8.87%
Vitamin D:0.25µg
1.67%
Source:Allrecipes