Description
Southern squash casserole is the ultimate comfort dish that brings warmth and joy to any gathering. With layers of tender yellow squash, zucchini, creamy cheddar cheese, and a crunchy breadcrumb topping, this dish is sure to please even the pickiest eaters. Perfect for family dinners or holiday feasts, it’s a delightful way to sneak in some veggies while enjoying rich flavors. Easy to prepare, this casserole will quickly become a beloved staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups yellow squash, sliced
- 1 cup zucchini, sliced
- 1 medium sweet onion, diced
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs (or panko)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté yellow squash, zucchini, and onion until softened (about 5-7 minutes).
- In a large bowl, mix sautéed vegetables with cheddar cheese, sour cream, eggs, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and top with breadcrumbs.
- Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 100mg