Savory Baked Zucchini and Squash Casserole

by Glyn Dexter-15 April 2026Medium

Prep Time15 min

Cook Time30 min

Total Time45 min

Servings4

831 likes, 11 comments - easymediterranean_recipes on April 13, 2026: ”🥒🧀 Savory Baked Zucchini and Squash Casserole 📝 Ingredients 2 medium zucchini (sliced into rounds) 2 yellow squash (sliced) 1 small onion (thinly sliced) 2 cloves garlic (minced) 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese ½ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt for lighter option) 1 egg 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp dried thyme (or Italian seasoning) ½ tsp paprika Salt & black pepper (to taste) Optional topping: ¼ cup breadcrumbs (for a crispy top) 1 tbsp melted butter 👩‍🍳 Instructions 1. Preheat oven Set to 180°C (350°F) and grease a baking dish. 2. Cook vegetables Heat olive oil in a pan Sauté onion and garlic until soft Add zucchini and squash, cook 5–6 minutes until slightly tender Season with salt, pepper, and thyme 3. Prepare creamy mixture In a bowl, mix: Sour cream (or yogurt) Egg Half of the mozzarella Half of the Parmesan 4. Combine Add cooked vegetables to the creamy mixture Mix well and transfer to baking dish 5. Add topping Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and Parmesan Optional: mix breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle on top 6. Bake Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and bubbly 7. Serve Let it cool slightly, then serve warm 😋 💡 Tips Add cooked chicken or ground beef for a protein boost For low-carb: skip breadcrumbs Add mushrooms or spinach for extra flavor Use cheddar cheese for a sharper taste #EasyMediterraneanRecipes #mediterranean #mediterraneanfood #crustlesszucchini”.

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Method

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Preheat oven to 180°C and grease a baking dish
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Heat olive oil in a pan
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Sauté onion and garlic until soft
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Add zucchini and squash, cook 5–6 minutes until slightly tender
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Season with salt, pepper, and thyme
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In a bowl, mix sour cream, egg, half of the mozzarella, and half of the Parmesan
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Add cooked vegetables to the creamy mixture, mix well and transfer to baking dish
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Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and Parmesan
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Optional: mix breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle on top
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Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and bubbly
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Let it cool slightly, then serve warm