Savory Squash Casserole

This Savory Squash Casserole is a delightful blend of zucchini and yellow squash, baked to perfection with a cheesy topping, making it a perfect low-carb side dish. It's easy to prepare and packed with flavor, making it a wonderful addition to any meal.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 1 medium (about 200g)
• Yellow squash - 1 medium (about 200g)
• Cream cheese - 60g
• Shredded cheddar cheese - 50g
• Grated Parmesan cheese - 30g
• Egg - 1 large
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon (15ml)
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon (5g)
• Onion powder - 1 teaspoon (5g)
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon (3g)
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon (1g)
• Fresh parsley - 1 tablespoon, chopped (optional)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
2. Slice the zucchini and yellow squash into thin rounds.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
4. Add the sliced zucchini and yellow squash to the bowl and mix until well coated.
5. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
6. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and grated Parmesan cheese evenly on top.
7. Drizzle olive oil over the cheese layer.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the squash is tender and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
9. Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 240
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the zucchini and squash.

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