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Squash Zucchini Ritz Casserole

Delicious Squash Zucchini Ritz Casserole You'll Love

This Squash Zucchini Ritz Casserole is a crowd-pleasing dish featuring fresh summer vegetables topped with a crispy Ritz cracker crust.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 3 cups Summer Squash, sliced ~2 medium
  • 3 cups Zucchini, sliced ~2 medium
  • 1 Onion, finely chopped 1 medium
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
  • 2 Eggs, beaten large
  • 1 cup Milk whole or 2%
For the Topping
  • 1.5 cups Crushed Ritz Crackers
  • 3 tbsp Butter, melted
For Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Dried Thyme
  • 0.5 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch casserole dish
  • large skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  2. Slice the summer squash and zucchini into uniform rounds about a quarter-inch thick.
  3. Melt about 3 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet. Sauté the onion for 3-4 minutes until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  4. Add the sliced summer squash and zucchini to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes to soften slightly.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sharp cheddar, parmesan, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  6. Pour the egg mixture over the sautéed vegetables, mix gently, and transfer to the greased casserole dish.
  7. In a small bowl, combine crushed Ritz crackers with the remaining melted butter and sprinkle over the casserole.
  8. Bake the casserole for 40-45 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
  9. Let the casserole rest for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, avoid microwaving to keep the texture intact. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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