Keto 5 Ingredient Cheesy Squash Casserole

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  • prep time

    prep time

    10 min

  • cook time

    cook time

    35 min

  • ready time

    ready time

    45 min

Keto 5 Ingredient Cheesy Squash Casserole

When life gives you squash, you make a cheesy squash casserole, right? This Keto side dish is the best way to utilize an abundance of yellow squash. You only need 5 ingredients to prepare this cheesy, creamy, and delicious casserole. Serve it alongside your preferred cooked protein for a nutritious and balanced meal.

What type of cheese is best for this recipe?

We used a Mexican cheese blend, but feel free to use the cheese you like. Shredded cheddar, gruyere, gouda, mozzarella, or any melty cheese would work.

What main dish goes with this Keto 5 ingredient squash casserole?

Any simple meal would pair well with this casserole. Try serving it with seared salmon, grilled chicken, or a juicy piece of steak. You can even turn this casserole into a main dish by adding shredded chicken or cooked, crumbled sausage.

How can you customize this dish?

Just because this recipe is a Keto 5 ingredient meal, it doesn’t mean you can’t add your unique touch. Try seasoning this casserole with Cajun or Italian spice blends. You can also swap the squash for any other vegetable you prefer. Some great options include zucchini, cauliflower, and broccoli.

How to season this dish?

This creamy squash bake is flavored simply with salt and pepper to let the squash and cheese flavors shine. Since this dish contains a lot of cheese, be careful about over-seasoning. Taste the sauce and veggies at least twice to ensure that all the components taste right individually. Doing this helps make sure your finished casserole is correctly seasoned.

  • Net Carbs

    5.4 g

  • Fiber

    1.6 g

  • Total Carbs

    7.1 g

  • Protein

    10.3 g

  • Fats

    26.8 g

303 cals

Keto 5 Ingredient Cheesy Squash Casserole

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Ingredients

  • Yellow squash

    Yellow squash

    2 medium

  • Extra virgin olive oil

    Extra virgin olive oil

    3 tbsp

  • Heavy cream

    Heavy cream

    0.5 cup

  • Mexican blend cheese

    Mexican blend cheese

    2 cup, grated

  • Garlic

    Garlic

    2 clove

  • Salt and Black Pepper (To Taste)

    Salt and Black Pepper (To Taste)

    0.5 tsp

Recipe Steps

steps 6

45 min

  • Step 1

    Preheat your oven to 375 F/190 C and lightly grease a casserole dish. Slice the squash into ¼ inch (1/2 cm) slices and transfer them to a bowl. Add 1 tbsp of olive oil and toss.
    Step 1
  • Step 2

    Mince the garlic and add it to the bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Toss to season evenly.
    Step 2
  • Step 3

    Add the remaining oil to a skillet and place it over medium heat. Add the squash and fry for 10 minutes until softened and released a lot of its moisture. Take it off the heat, drain excess liquid, and transfer the cooked squash to the casserole.
    Step 3
  • Step 4

    To a saucepan, add the heavy cream and 1 ½ cups of cheese. Place over medium heat and cook until the cheese is melted and smooth, whisking constantly. Take off the heat and season with salt and pepper to taste.
    Step 4
  • Step 5

    Pour the sauce over the squash and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top. Bake for 20 minutes or until the casserole bubbles. Turn on the oven’s broiler and bake for another 2-3 minutes until the surface is golden and crispy.
    Step 5
  • Step 6

    Let it cool for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with a crack of black pepper. Enjoy as a side to your preferred dish!
    Step 6

Comments 1

  • FabulousMacadamia733389

    FabulousMacadamia733389 3 years ago

    This was great! I only had 1 squash so I made half a batch. I topped it with taco meat and lettuce while the family had taco's.