Summer Squash Pie

Health score
4%
Summer Squash Pie
55 min.
8
309kcal

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Embark on a delightful culinary adventure with this delectable Summer Squash Pie, a scrumptious blend of seasonal flavors that promises to tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for those warm, sunny days, this dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. With a flaky, golden pastry crust, tender slices of zucchini and yellow summer squash, and a creamy mayonnaise-cheese topping, it's a harmonious blend of textures and tastes.

Packed with nutrients and boasting a moderate 309 calories per serving, this recipe is a guilt-free indulgence. The star of the show, the summer squash and zucchini, are cooked to tender perfection in a nonstick skillet, infusing the pie with a subtle, earthy flavor. The addition of dried thyme, garlic powder, and a hint of paprika adds an aromatic depth that elevates this dish from simple to sublime.

The Summer Squash Pie is versatile and can be enjoyed as a light lunch, a side dish at dinner, or even a unique addition to your brunch menu. Its rich, golden topping, a blend of mayonnaise and your choice of cheese, whether it's cheddar or part-skim mozzarella, creates a savory contrast that complements the fresh, vegetable base.

Preparing this dish is a breeze, taking only 55 minutes from start to finish, and serves a generous eight portions, making it ideal for sharing. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a budding cook, the Summer Squash Pie is a recipe you'll want to add to your repertoire. So, why not embrace the season's bounty and give this delightful dish a try? Your palate will thank you.

Ingredients

  • teaspoon canola oil 
  • 0.3 teaspoon thyme dried
  •  eggs lightly beaten
  • 0.3 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • 0.8 cup mayonnaise 
  • 0.3 teaspoon paprika 
  • ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  •  pie crust dough (9 inches)
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • large tomatoes sliced
  • 2.5 cups to 3 sized squashes yellow sliced ()
  • 2.5 cups zucchini sliced ()

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Line unpricked pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil.
  2. Bake at 450° for 5 minutes.
  3. Remove foil; brush lightly with egg.
  4. Bake 5 minutes longer.
  5. Remove to a wire rack; reduce heat to 350°
  6. In a large nonstick skillet, saute zucchini and yellow squash in oil for 10 minutes or until very tender.
  7. Sprinkle with seasonings; spoon into pastry shell. Top with tomatoes.
  8. Combine the cheese and mayonnaise; spread over the top.
  9. Bake at 350° for 25 minutes or until golden brown. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts

Calories309kcal
Protein8.94%
Fat71.58%
Carbs19.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.38
Glycemic Load
0.91
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
10.197826074517%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.31mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.52mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:309.36kcal
15.47%
Fat:24.82g
38.18%
Saturated Fat:5.9g
36.86%
Carbohydrates:15.2g
5.07%
Net Carbohydrates:13.29g
4.83%
Sugar:3.25g
3.61%
Cholesterol:38.35mg
12.78%
Sodium:467.37mg
20.32%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.97g
13.95%
Vitamin K:43.39µg
41.32%
Vitamin C:19.19mg
23.26%
Manganese:0.29mg
14.67%
Calcium:136.87mg
13.69%
Phosphorus:136.04mg
13.6%
Vitamin A:671.2IU
13.42%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
12.03%
Folate:46.32µg
11.58%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.57%
Potassium:349.46mg
9.98%
Vitamin E:1.31mg
8.72%
Selenium:5.6µg
8%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.82%
Fiber:1.91g
7.64%
Iron:1.18mg
6.55%
Magnesium:25.66mg
6.42%
Vitamin B3:1.22mg
6.1%
Zinc:0.9mg
6.01%
Copper:0.09mg
4.75%
Vitamin B5:0.4mg
3.95%
Vitamin B12:0.19µg
3.17%
Vitamin D:0.19µg
1.3%