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Scooping creamy squash and zucchini casserole from a white dish, topped with golden breadcrumbs.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups yellow squash diced
  • 3 cups zucchini diced
  • 1 tsp salt plus more to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 3/4 cup whole-wheat breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Place the squash and zucchini in a colander. Sprinkle with a teaspoon of salt and let them sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Pat dry with paper towels.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté the chopped onion for 5 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
    Sautéing chopped onions and garlic in a black skillet for healthy cooking, part of nutritious food recipes on Food Faith Fitness website.
  • In a large bowl, mix the zucchini, yellow squash, sautéed onions and garlic, Greek yogurt, Italian seasoning, and half of the cheddar cheese. Season lightly with salt and black pepper.
    Mixing chopped zucchini, yellow squash, Greek yogurt, and cheddar cheese for squash and zucchini casserole.
  • Lightly grease a casserole dish with cooking spray. Spread the vegetable mixture evenly in the dish.
    Unbaked squash and zucchini casserole topped with shredded cheese.
  • In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the casserole, then top with the breadcrumb mixture.
    Squash and zucchini casserole topped with breadcrumbs and cheese, ready for baking.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
  • Allow the casserole to cool for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Info:

Calories: 214kcal (11%) Carbohydrates: 19g (6%) Protein: 12g (24%) Fat: 12g (18%) Saturated Fat: 5g (31%) Sodium: 354mg (15%) Fiber: 3g (13%) Sugar: 5g (6%)

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Nutrition information are estimates only and may vary based on the specific brands, ingredients, and portion sizes you use. This data is provided for informational purposes only.