How to Make Mexican Summer Squash Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

With its vibrant flavors and colorful presentation, Mexican Summer Squash Casserole is a delightful dish that's perfect for enjoying during the warmer months. This casserole is a celebration of fresh, seasonal produce, and it's a great way to enjoy the bounty of summer squash that's available at farmer's markets and grocery stores.

One of the things that makes Mexican Summer Squash Casserole so appealing is its versatility. There are countless variations of this dish, and it's easy to...

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Ingredients

  • 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
  • ⅔ cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chile peppers, drained
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup mild or medium salsa
  • 1 tablespoon finely sliced green onion, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 55 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 1 9x13-inch casserole

  • 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, onion, chile peppers, 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 Cheddar. Return to the oven and bake, uncovered, until golden and heated through, about 20 minutes.
  • Garnish with green onions just before serving.
  • Nutrition

    90 cal.

    • Total Fat: 2g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 6mg
    • Sodium: 791mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 34mg
    • Calcium: 142mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 402mg