Best Zucchini Yellow Squash Enchiladas Recipes

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YELLOW SQUASH AND ZUCCHINI GRATIN



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This gratin is the perfect way to use up an abundance of summer squash. It's easy to prepare, takes just 10 minutes in the oven and serves up bubbly and delicious. -Jonathan Lawler, Greenfield, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter
2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 medium yellow summer squash, cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 shallots, minced
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup panko bread crumbs, divided
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat; add zucchini, yellow squash and shallots. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, 4-6 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute more., Add the cream; cook until thickened, 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in 1/2 cup bread crumbs and 1/4 cup cheese. Spoon mixture into a greased 11x7-in. or 2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining bread crumbs and cheese. Bake until golden brown, 8-10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 357mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

ZUCCHINI ENCHILADAS



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I love this enchilada recipe because it helps me serve a healthy but tasty meal to my family. When my garden is bursting with zucchini, I turn to this dinner to make the most of it. My family loves the freshness of this tasty classic. -Angela Leinenbach, Mechanicsville, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 medium sweet yellow pepper, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 large sweet onion, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons dried marjoram
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 bay leaf
3 pounds zucchini, shredded (about 8 cups)
24 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed
4 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
2 cans (2-1/4 ounces each) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro
Reduced-fat sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute peppers and onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in tomato sauce, tomatoes, chili powder, sugar, marjoram, basil, cumin, salt, cayenne and bay leaf. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 30-35 minutes or until slightly thickened. Discard bay leaf., Preheat oven to 350°. Place 1/3 cup zucchini down the center of each tortilla; top with 2 tablespoons cheese and 2 teaspoons olives. Roll up and place seam side down in two 13x9-in. baking dishes coated with cooking spray. Pour sauce over the top; sprinkle with remaining cheese., Bake, uncovered, 30-35 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with cilantro. Serve with sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 846mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SUMMER SQUASH ENCHILADAS



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I love summer squash and this is a different way to prepare them. You may a combination of summer squash and zucchini if you like.

Provided by carolinafan

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon cooking oil
3 cups chopped summer squash or 3 cups zucchini
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chili peppers, drained
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup milk
1 1/4 cups shredded monterey jack pepper cheese
1 1/2 cups chopped tomatoes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400.
  • In a large skillet, cook onion and garlic in hot oil just until tender. Stir in squash; cook for 3 to 5 minutes more or just until tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in half of the green chile peppers, 1 teaspoons of the chili powder and 1/4 teaspoons black pepper. Cook and stir for 1 minute more. Set aside.
  • For sauce; In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt, 1/8 teaspoons black pepper, and remaining chili powder. Cook and stir for 1 minute.
  • Stir in milk. Cook and stir until bubbly. Remove from heat. Stir in 1 cup of the cheese until melted. Stir in the remaining chile peppers. Stir 1/2 cup of the sauce into squash mixture.
  • Spoon 1/3 cup squash mixture down the center of each tortilla; roll up. Place tortillas in a lightly greased 2-quart rectangular baking dish. Top with remaining sauce. Cover and bake about 25 minutes or until heated through. Top with tomato and remaining cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.9, Fat 22.7, SaturatedFat 12.3, Cholesterol 55.2, Sodium 426.9, Carbohydrate 18.5, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 6.7, Protein 13.8

SUMMER SQUASH ENCHILADAS



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I especially like to serve these enchiladas when squash is readily available in our garden. Everyone who tries them likes the fresh saucy flavor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 cups chopped yellow squash
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/4 cups whole milk
10 flour tortillas (6 to 8 inches)
1-1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
1 cup chopped fresh tomatoes
Sour cream

Steps:

  • In a skillet, saute onion and garlic in oil until tender. Add squash and saute until tender. Add chicken and chilies; heat through. , In a saucepan, melt butter. Add flour, chili powder, salt and pepper; stir to form a smooth paste. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly. Cook until sauce comes to a boil; cook an additional minute until thickened. Add 1/3 cup sauce to chicken mixture; mix well. Place 1/3 to 1/2 cup chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla; top with 1 tablespoon cheese. Roll up and place seam side down in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Spread remaining sauce on top. , Cover and bake at 400° for 25 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with tomatoes and remaining cheese. Return to the oven for 5 minutes. Serve with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473 calories, Fat 25g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 815mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

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