Description
Zucchini and Yellow Squash Au Gratin is a creamy, cheesy dish that elevates your vegetable game to new heights. This recipe combines tender zucchini and yellow squash with aromatic garlic, savory onions, and a rich blend of parmesan and smoked gouda cheese. Ideal for any occasion, it serves as both a delightful side dish or a star vegetarian main course. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, this gratin is sure to impress everyone at the table. Perfectly baked until golden brown, every bite promises a comforting experience that invites seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 small zucchini, sliced into rounds (1/8 to 1/4 inch thick)
- 1 small yellow squash, sliced into rounds (1/8 to 1/4 inch thick)
- 2 large cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded smoked gouda cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
- In an oven-proof skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the sliced onion until lightly browned (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring the mixture to a simmer. Stir in grated parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- Add the sliced zucchini and yellow squash; cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Top with shredded smoked gouda cheese and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 80mg