Description
This Zucchini & Yellow Squash Au Gratin is a delicious and creamy low-carb dish that is perfect for a keto-friendly meal. Layers of thinly sliced zucchini and yellow squash are smothered in a rich, cheesy sauce and baked to golden perfection. A comforting and satisfying side dish or vegetarian main course.
Ingredients
Scale
Zucchini & Yellow Squash:
- 2 Large Zucchini Squash, sliced
- 2 Large Yellow Squash, sliced
Cheese Sauce:
- 3/4 Cup Unsweetened/Unflavored Almond Milk
- 2 Cups Smoked Gouda, grated
- 1 tbsp. Butter
- 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt
- 1/2 tsp. Garlic Powder
- 1/2 tsp. Black Pepper, ground
- Leaves from 3 Rosemary Sprigs, chopped, plus more for garnish
- 2 teaspoons Fresh Thyme, Chopped
- 1 Cup Sharp Cheddar, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F: Get the oven ready for baking.
- Prepare the Squash: Wash and slice the zucchini and yellow squash, then arrange them in a baking dish.
- Make the Cheese Sauce: In a saucepan, combine almond milk, smoked Gouda, butter, salt, garlic powder, black pepper, rosemary, and thyme. Cook until a smooth sauce forms.
- Assemble: Pour the cheese sauce over the squash in the baking dish.
- Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle cheddar cheese over the top, and garnish with rosemary.
- Bake: Bake the gratin for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- You can customize the cheese blend to your preference.
- Feel free to add breadcrumbs for a crunchy topping.
- Experiment with different herbs and spices for varied flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 245 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Zucchini, Yellow Squash, Au Gratin, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Side Dish
