summer squash gratin

39 Pinches
Martinez, GA
Updated on May 20, 2014

I've been looking for a healthier version of the usual southern "summer squash casserole". Think I've found one that will have flavor, and still be in the healthy range.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Bake
yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound zucchini, sliced into 1/4" rounds
  • 1 pound yellow squash, sliced into 1/4" rounds
  • 4 ounces goat cheese
  • 4 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 medium shallot, diced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1-3/4 cup warm 2% milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • TOPPING:
  • 1/2 cup whole grain bread crumbs
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil

How To Make summer squash gratin

  • Step 1
    Heat oven to 375 degrees; lightly spray 8" X 8" pan with olive oil.
  • Step 2
    Lightly coat large skillet with sprays of olive oil; place over medium-high heat.
  • Step 3
    In batches, cook the zucchini and squash rounds, in single layer until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes per batch, turning halfway through and coating skillet with more spray when needed.
  • Step 4
    Layer zucchini and squash with the crumbled goat cheese in an 8" X 8" and set aside.
  • Step 5
    Add 4 tsp of the olive oil to skillet, and reduce heat to medium; add shallot and thyme and cook until tender, about 3 minutes.
  • Step 6
    Add 2 Tbsp flour to skillet, and cook til it develops a nutty aroma, about 1 minute. Whisk in 2% milk and cook til slightly thickened (about 2-3 minutes)
  • Step 7
    Season with salt and pepper. Pour over zucchini and squash.
  • Step 8
    Toss bread crumbs with 2 tsp olive oil in small bowl; sprinkle over dish; Bake 20 to 25 minutes, or until vegetables are fork tender
  • Step 9
    NUTRITION INFO: 143 cal, 7 g protein, 13 g carb, 2 g fiber, 6 g sugars, 8 g fat, 3.5 g sat fat, 211 mg sodium

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