Squash Rice Casserole (Cooking Light) Recipe

Name: Squash Rice Casserole (Cooking Light)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 cups sliced zucchini (about 2 pounds); 2 cups sliced mushrooms; 1 cup chopped onion; 2 minced garlic cloves (optional); 1/2 cup reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth (or vegetable broth); 2 cups cooked white rice or 2 cups cooked brown rice; 1 cup shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese or 1 cup shredded reduced-fat swiss cheese; 1/4 cup nonfat sour cream; 3/4 cup fat-free cottage cheese; 1/4 cup grated fresh parmesan cheese, divided; 1/4 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 2 large eggs, lightly beaten; cooking spray

Servings: persons

6 cups sliced zucchini (about 2 pounds)
2 cups sliced mushrooms
1 cup chopped onion
2 minced garlic cloves (optional)
1/2 cup reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
2 cups cooked white rice or 2 cups cooked brown rice
1 cup shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese or 1 cup shredded reduced-fat swiss cheese
1/4 cup nonfat sour cream
3/4 cup fat-free cottage cheese
1/4 cup grated fresh parmesan cheese, divided
1/4 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
cooking spray

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
2
Combine first 5 ingredients in a Dutch oven; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes or until tender. Drain; partially mash with a potato masher.
3
Combine zucchini mixture, rice, cheddar (or swiss) cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, and eggs in a bowl; stir gently. Spoon mixture into a 13 x 9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray; sprinkle with 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese. Bake at 350u00b0 for 30 minutes or until bubbly.
4
Preheat broiler. Broil 1 minute or until lightly browned.

917

kcal

Calories

Fat

115

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 cups sliced zucchini (about 2 pounds), 2 cups sliced mushrooms, 1 cup chopped onion, 2 minced garlic cloves (optional), and more.

Yes, Squash Rice Casserole (Cooking Light) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Squash Rice Casserole (Cooking Light)

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