Best 5 Zucchini Yellow Squash Casserole Recipes

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Zucchini and yellow squash are star vegetables of summer months. They are healthy and very versatile to cook with. Since they have mild flavor, they pair well with many ingredients. One of the most popular recipes featuring these two veggies is the zucchini yellow squash casserole. There are many ways to prepare it, depending on the flavors you want to achieve, and the ingredients you have on hand. No matter what recipe you choose, this casserole is a great way to use up your garden-fresh zucchini and yellow squash, and it's a delicious and easy side dish to serve with any main course.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

HARVEST YELLOW & ZUCCHINI SQUASH & BEEF CASSEROLE



Harvest Yellow & Zucchini Squash & Beef Casserole image

This is a yummy, warming casserole that is meant to be a side dish, but since it has meat in it, can also be served as a main dish. This is the version I came up with after significantly reducing some of the heavier ingredients, that were in the original version I saw on Lucy Classic Cajun & Cuisine, a PBS cooking program. But don't let that scare you - this is not a spicy dish at all. I make this often in the end of summer to use up fresh squash. If you don't have both types of squash, just use 2 of whichever type you do have.

Provided by HeatherFeather

Categories     White Rice

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 small summer squash, unpeeled, sliced into thick rounds (crookneck)
1 small green zucchini, unpeeled, sliced into thick rounds
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup butter (or less, to taste*) or 1/4 cup margarine (or less, to taste*)
1/2 lb lean ground beef
1 cup sweet onion, chopped (such Vidalia, Walla Walla, or Maui)
2 large eggs
1/2 cup Miracle Whip (light is OK) or 1/2 cup mayonnaise (light is OK)
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
2 cups cooked hot white rice (I use Jasmine or long grain)
1/2 cup Ritz cracker crumbs (or less to taste)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cook sliced squashes in a small pot with the water until tender but not mushy; drain and return squash to the pot.
  • Add butter and allow it to melt in the pot and sauté all together for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, over medium to medium-low heat.
  • Meanwhile, spray a large deep skillet with nonstick spray and cook the beef and onions.
  • Drain any fat, then season meat mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add the squash to the beef using a slotted spoon, and reduce heat to low.
  • Beat together eggs, then whisk in mayo- add this mixture to the skillet.
  • Stir in the cheese and the cooked rice.
  • Pour into a large oval casserole and sprinkle with enough cracker crumbs to cover.
  • Bake in a preheated oven at 350 F for about 15-20 minutes.
  • Note: The original version of this recipe called for a whopping 1 whole stick of butter!
  • I have always used at most the 1/2 stick and as little as 2 tablespoons.
  • -it is based on your preferences.
  • I also always use real, unsalted butter.

ZUCCHINI & YELLOW SQUASH CASSEROLE



Zucchini & Yellow Squash Casserole image

I made this tonight and just loved it. It is a great way to get rid of some of the abundance of squash in my garden. I must give credit to Paula Deen who is the creator of the recipe. Makes a great side dish in a southern meal.

Provided by DebbiF

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups yellow squash, large diced
3 cups zucchini, large diced
vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
1 cup crushed butter flavored cracker (recommended Ritz)
1 cup salt
1/4 cup black pepper
1/4 cup garlic powder
butter flavored cracker (recommended Ritz)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Saute the squash in a little vegetable oil over medium-low heat until it has completely broken down, about 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Line a colander with a clean tea towel.
  • Place the cooked squash in the lined colander.
  • Squeeze excess moisture from the squash. Set aside.
  • In a medium size skillet, saute the onion in butter for 5 minutes.
  • Remove from pan and mix all ingredients together except cracker crumbs.
  • Pour mixture into a buttered casserole dish and top with cracker crumbs.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes.

CHICKEN AND YELLOW & ZUCCHINI SQUASH CASSEROLE WITH ROSEMARY



Chicken and Yellow & Zucchini Squash Casserole With Rosemary image

This light and quick chicken fricassee creates a savory and wholesome dish. The ingredients can be prepared up to 2 hours in advance, then cooked with the chicken 20 to 25 minutes before serving.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Whole Chicken

Time 1h12m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 baby chickens, 1 pound each halved
salt
cayenne pepper
sugar
5 tablespoons olive oil
16 garlic cloves, peeled
1/2 lb yellow squash, cut into 1/2 inch slices
1/2 lb zucchini, cut into 1/2 inch slices
1 bay leaf
1 sprig fresh rosemary
1/2 lime, zest of, cut in julienne (match stick size)
1 lime, juice of
2 cups plum tomatoes, cut into 1/2 inch slices
1/4 cup chicken stock or 1/4 cup water

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.
  • Season the chicken with salt, cayenne pepper, and a pinch of sugar.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a large roasting pan over high heat.
  • Add the chickens, skin side down, and saute until golden, about 4 to 6 minutes.
  • Turn them over and add the garlic, squash and zucchini slices, bay leaf, rosemary, lime zest, and salt.
  • Drizzle 1 tablespoon of the olive oil over the casserole and carefully toss.
  • Place the pan in the oven and roast for 15 to 20 minutes, tossing 2 or 3 times.
  • Place the tomato slices in a bowl.
  • Season with salt, a pinch of cayenne pepper and sugar.
  • Toss them in 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and the lime juice and spread them over the chicken-squash casserole.
  • Cook for 5 to 7 minutes more.
  • Discard the bay leaf and rosemary sprigs, transfer the chicken and garnish to a large serving platter, and keep warm.
  • Add the stock or water to the pan drippings and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes over medium heat.
  • Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, mix well, and strain the sauce.
  • Place the chickens on a platter.
  • Arrange the vegetables over them.
  • Spoon the sauce evenly over the warm dish.

YELLOW SQUASH ZUCCHINI TOMATO CASSEROLE



Yellow Squash Zucchini Tomato Casserole image

Great crowd pleaser that is easy to make. If you substitute rice flour this recipe should work well for your gluten restricted friends. Most of my other squash casseroles call for "soda" crackers.

Provided by k9lady123

Categories     Cheese

Time 50m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 cups yellow squash, sliced (2 lbs)
2 cups zucchini, sliced (1 lbs)
1 onion, rough chopped
4 -5 tomatoes, peeled and chopped with juice
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (or rice flour)
2 teaspoons sugar (or Splenda)
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic, finely minced
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F
  • Lightly grease a shallow 2 1/2 quart dish and set aside.
  • Combine squash, zucchini, onion and bring to a boil in a large saucepan.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer 10 minutes or until vegies are tender. Drain well and set aside.
  • Combine tomatoes, flour, sugar, salt, garlic, paprika, and pepper. Saute until tomatoe liquid is slightly reduced, about 5 minutes.
  • Gently combine beaten egg, mozzerella and cheddar cheese with squash, zucchini, and onion mixture. Then add the tomato reduction. Be gentle so vegies are not torn into mush. Top with Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 30-40 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

2BLEU'S ZUCCHINI & YELLOW SQUASH CASSEROLE



2Bleu's Zucchini & Yellow Squash Casserole image

This is the perfect recipe for when you have an abundance of squash and zucchini! This will satisfy the most finicky eaters who don't much care for squash/zucchini. Great for potlucks!

Provided by 2Bleu

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h44m

Yield 9-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 cups yellow squash (cut in half, scooped of pulp, and diced1-inch cubes)
5 cups zucchini (cut in half, scooped of pulp, and diced 1-inch cubes)
kosher salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
1/4 cup olive oil
2 large onions, cut in half and sliced
3 bell peppers, seeded and diced 1-inch squares
4 garlic cloves, minced
8 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes (to taste)
1 1/2 cups sour cream
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 -3 cups crushed butter flavored crackers (Ritz)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F IN BATCHES, Saute the squashes in a little olive oil, seasoned with salt and pepper, over medium heat until it has broken down and slightly browned, about 15 to 20 minutes, covered at first to release liquid, then stirring occasionally to brown.
  • Place into large collander in the sink and gently pour the squashes into the collander, allowing to drain 10-15 minutes, Then placing them in a very large bowl. Continue with your next batch until you have cooked all the squashes. (my large skillet took 2 batches).
  • To the same skillet (now empty), melt the butter and saute the onions, garlic, and bell peppers for about 5 minutes. (season with more salt and pepper if desired).
  • Remove from heat, and immediately add the crushed red pepper flakes, sour cream, cheddar, and parmesan cheeses. Stirring to incorporate quickly.
  • To a very large bowl, place all squash, then pour the onion/cheese mixture over top. Stir gently and thoroughly to incorporate the casserole.
  • Pour mixture into a 9x13 (or larger) buttered casserole dish and top with crushed Ritz crackers. Bake for 30-40 minutes. Let cool 5-10 minutes before serving, allowing casserole to set up.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, young zucchini and yellow squash. Older vegetables can be tough and bitter.
  • Grate the zucchini and squash coarsely. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Season the casserole generously. Salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder are all good choices.
  • Use a combination of cheeses. Cheddar, Parmesan, and mozzarella all work well in this casserole.
  • Top the casserole with breadcrumbs or crushed crackers. This will give it a nice crispy topping.
  • Bake the casserole until it is golden brown and bubbly. This usually takes about 30 minutes.

Conclusion:

Zucchini and yellow squash casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish. It is perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. With its simple ingredients and customizable flavor, this casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.

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