REDUCED CALORIE SUMMER SQUASH AND ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE

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Reduced Calorie Summer Squash and Zucchini Casserole image

I usually make the full fat version but we as a family are trying to watch what we eat. So I took my usual version and made some changes. It turned out pretty well.

Provided by Lucky Chef

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h5m

Yield 1 casserole, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 lbs squash or 1 1/2 lbs zucchini
1 medium onion, chopped
3/4 cup reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese, shreds
1 egg
1/2 cup 2% low-fat milk
15 low-fat Ritz crackers
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Split squash and zucchini length wise then cut in to 1/2 inch pieces.
  • Chop onion medium dice.
  • Put all three items in pan cover with water and cook till fork tender.
  • Drain all vegetables put casserole dish.
  • Crush crackers into crumbs and add to vegetables.
  • Mix all other ingredients into the casserole dish with the vegetables.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Sprinkle 2 extra crackers crumbled on top.
  • Cover and bake at 325 for 35 minutes.
  • Uncover and bake for 10 minutes more.
  • Remove from oven and let sit for 15 minutes then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72.8, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 39.8, Sodium 109.3, Carbohydrate 7, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 4.5, Protein 6.7

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