Best 6 Mexican Summer Squash Casserole Recipes

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When the bounty of summer squash arrives, it's time to celebrate with a delicious Mexican summer squash casserole. This tantalizing dish combines the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine with the fresh taste of summer squash, creating a symphony of flavors that will transport your taste buds to a fiesta. Whether you're hosting a potluck, a family gathering, or simply craving a comforting meal, this casserole is sure to be a hit.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

TEX-MEX SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE



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Mild-flavored yellow squash gets a big boost from flavor-packed chiles, jalapenos and red onion. This side dish also works with zucchini. -Tommy Lombardo, Euclid, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

7 medium yellow summer squash, sliced (about 10 cups)
2-1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1 can (4 ounces) diced jalapeno peppers, drained
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup salsa
4 green onions, sliced
1/4 cup chopped red onion

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, combine squash, 3/4 cup cheese, onion, chiles and jalapenos. Sprinkle with flour and salt; toss to combine., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, covered, until squash is tender, 30-40 minutes., Spoon salsa over top; sprinkle with remaining 1-1/2 cups cheese. Bake, uncovered, until golden brown, 10-15 minutes longer. Let stand 10 minutes. Top with green and red onions before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 420mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

MEXICAN SQUASH AND GROUND BEEF CASSEROLE



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A simple combination of yellow squash, ground beef, and Mexican spices. A great way to use up the bounty of summer squash in the garden.

Provided by KelBel

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb ground beef or 1 lb Italian sausage
1 tablespoon oil
3 medium yellow squash, sliced
1 small onion, sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained (OR 1 pint fresh tomato, diced and 1/2 cup water)
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
salt and pepper
1 cup cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until evenly brown. Drain and set aside.
  • Heat the oil in the skillet over medium heat. Mix in the squash, onion and garlic and sauté until tender.
  • Add the ground beef and tomatoes (and water if fresh tomatoes are used) into the skillet. Season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Turn mixture into an ovenproof casserole dish. Top with cheddar cheese. Bake in 400°F oven for 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296.5, Fat 20.5, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 71.2, Sodium 186.9, Carbohydrate 7.8, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 4.9, Protein 20.9

SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE



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Yellow squash is easily overlooked (cauliflower gets all the attention), but with the addition of cheese and a buttery cracker topping, you can transform it into a summer casserole perfect for a barbecue or potluck.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter
4 medium yellow squash, cut into 1/2-inch-thick rounds (about 2 1/2 pounds)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 green bell pepper, diced
Half medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup sour cream
4 large eggs
8 ounces shredded Cheddar (about 2 cups)
1/2 teaspoon thyme leaves (from 10 sprigs)
4 sprigs fresh chives, chopped
1 sleeve buttery crackers, such as Ritz (about 30 crackers), crushed
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Put a large colander inside a large bowl.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add a third of the squash to the skillet, arrange in a single layer and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook, tossing occasionally, until the squash begins to soften and are golden brown spots, about 5 minutes. Transfer to the colander. Repeat 2 more times using 2 tablespoons of butter for each batch and sprinkling with 1/2 teaspoon salt and few grinds of pepper. Transfer each batch to the colander.
  • Add 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet along with the pepper and onion and cook, stirring occasionally scraping up any brown bits, until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Let cool for 5 minutes then fold into the squash. Transfer the mixture to a 2-quart casserole dish.
  • Whisk together the sour cream, eggs, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl. Fold in the Cheddar, thyme and chives. Pour over the squash making sure that some of the mixture sinks down to the bottom.
  • Microwave the remaining tablespoon of butter in a medium bowl until melted. Fold in the crackers and hot sauce. Sprinkle evenly over the squash. Bake until the eggs are cooked through and the crackers are golden brown, 30 to 35 minutes. Let sit for 10 minutes before serving.

MEXICAN SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE



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This is a hearty vegetable casserole with a Mexican flair and with the addition of leftover/cooked chicken, it can become a great dinner casserole. The heat can easily be varied by changing the amount of green chiles, adding jalapenos, or by adjusting the amount of spice in the salsa.

Provided by Cassy

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Summer Squash

Time 1h25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

cooking spray
1 ¼ pounds unpeeled yellow squash, quartered lengthwise and sliced
1 pound peeled zucchini, quartered lengthwise and sliced
2 ½ cups shredded, reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese, divided
2 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chile peppers, drained
⅔ cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
¼ cup all-purpose flour
¾ cup mild or medium salsa
1 tablespoon finely sliced green onion, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Combine yellow squash, zucchini, 1/2 of the Cheddar cheese, chile peppers, onion, and salt in a large bowl. Sprinkle with flour and toss to coat. Spread mixture into the prepared baking dish and cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until squash is tender and casserole is bubbly, 35 to 40 minutes. Remove from the oven and discard foil. Spread salsa on top and sprinkle with remaining cheese. Return to the oven and bake, uncovered, until golden and heated through, about 20 minutes more.
  • Garnish with green onions just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calories, Carbohydrate 9.5 g, Cholesterol 5.9 mg, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 790.9 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

GROUND BEEF SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE



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My daughter, a home economist, serves the garden-fresh casserole at church functions in summer when squash is at its best. It's a good main dish for lunch or dinner.-Rose Duggins, Massie Louisa, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound ground beef
4 to 6 medium yellow summer squash, chopped (about 1-1/2 pounds)
1 medium onion, chopped
3/4 cup dry bread crumbs
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
SAUCE:
1/4 cup butter, divided
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups whole milk
1-1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
3/4 cup dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a skillet, cook beef, squash and onion over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain. Add bread crumbs, salt, pepper and thyme; mix well and set aside. In a saucepan, melt 1/4 cup butter. Stir in the flour and salt until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. Stir in cheese until melted. In a greased 11x7-in. baking dish, layer half of the meat mixture and cheese sauce; repeat layers. Melt the remaining butter and toss with bread crumbs. Sprinkle over cheese sauce. Bake, uncovered, for 35 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts :

MEXICAN YELLOW SQUASH CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Mexican Yellow Squash Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ebbtide

Categories     Onions

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 lbs yellow squash, diced
1 medium onion, diced
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 (4 1/2 ounce) can chopped green chilies
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups monterey jack cheese
1 egg
1 cup cottage cheese
2 tablespoons parsley
1/2 cup parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Saute squash and onion in the butter.
  • Add pepper, salt, chilles and flour. Mix well.
  • Place squash mixture in a coated casserole dish and sprinkle Monterey Jack cheese on top.
  • Combine egg, cottage cheese and parsley. Pour over the Monterrey jack cheese, then sprinkle the parmesan cheese on top.
  • Bake at 400 degrees for 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.8, Fat 17.4, SaturatedFat 10.6, Cholesterol 83.2, Sodium 857.8, Carbohydrate 9.2, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 3.6, Protein 17.3

Tips:

  • For a more flavorful casserole, use freshly grated zucchini and yellow squash.
  • Be sure to drain the vegetables well after grating them to remove excess moisture.
  • If you don't have sour cream, you can substitute plain Greek yogurt.
  • To add a bit of spice, sprinkle some chili powder or cumin into the casserole before baking.
  • Serve the casserole with your favorite toppings, such as salsa, guacamole, or shredded cheese.

Conclusion:

This Mexican summer squash casserole is a delicious and easy way to enjoy fresh vegetables. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a potluck. With its simple ingredients and vibrant flavors, this casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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