Gluten Free Squash Casserole Recipe

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This gluten-free squash casserole recipe is a delicious and easy comfort food. It is packed with flavor and vegetables alike. This zucchini casserole is ready in around 30 minutes making it perfect for busy weeknights. Easy gluten-free casserole recipes are great to make when you want something healthy without spending hours in the kitchen.

Made with fresh zucchini, summer squash, ground beef, and fire-roasted tomatoes you will love this easy squash casserole.

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​Zucchini Squash Casserole Recipe Ingredients 

To make this yellow squash casserole you will need a handful of ingredients that can easily be found at the local grocery store. If you grow zucchini in your home garden then this is a great way to use up those green and yellow zucchini. 

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 yellow summer squash, diced
  • 1 green zucchini squash, diced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 – 14.5 oz can fire-roasted tomatoes (do not drain)
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 cup dairy-free sharp cheddar cheese
ingredients to make the Best Gluten Free Squash Casserole Recipe

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How to Make a Healthy Squash Casserole Recipe

First, preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. 

Then cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until brown and crumbly. 

cook ground beef

Drain the cooked beef using a fine mesh strainer and set aside. 

drain ground beef

Next, heat the oil over medium heat, and using the same skillet, cook the squash, onion, and garlic.

squash in skillet

Stir the squash and onion mixture and cook until translucent and tender. 

green zucchini and yellow squash in skillet with onions

Then add the cooked ground beef back to the skillet, along with the fire-roasted tomatoes, and spices. 

how to cook Best Gluten Free Squash Casserole Recipe

Stir until thoroughly combined and cook for another 2-3 minutes. 

Best Gluten Free Squash Casserole Recipe in skillet

Next transfer the gluten-free summer squash casserole mixture to a casserole baking dish. 

zucchini squash casserole

Sprinkle the top of the casserole with the cheese. I love this cheese here: Dairy-free cheese. It is both a dairy-free and vegan cheese. If you don’t mind dairy, then you can use any regular type of cheese you would like. 

Place in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and the gluten-free squash casserole is golden brown and bubbly. 

prepared gluten free squash casserole in dish with shredded cheese

Easy Gluten-Free Summer Squash Zucchini Casserole 

This gluten-free dairy-free cheesy squash casserole is packed with flavor and makes a perfect side dish or main meal. 

Gluten Free Squash Casserole with ground beef and dairy free cheese

The chili powder and smoked paprika give this gluten free squash casserole recipe a slight kick that balances nicely with the squash, cheese, and tomatoes.

how to make the Best Gluten Free Squash Casserole Recipe

My favorite way to enjoy this gluten-free recipe is with dairy-free sour cream, or Greek yogurt, and cassava or corn chips.

close up of Best Gluten Free Squash Casserole Recipe

You can easily remove the ground beef and make this a vegan squash casserole if you’d like. 

easy dairy free and Gluten Free Squash Casserole Recipe

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days. This easy recipe heats up well and is just as delicious the next day. 

Best Gluten Free Squash Casserole Recipe
Best Gluten Free Squash Casserole Recipe

Best Gluten Free Squash Casserole Recipe

Yield: 12
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

This gluten free squash casserole recipe is a delicious and easy comfort food. It is packed with flavor and vegetables alike. Made with green zucchini and summer squash this dairy free and gluten free squash casserole is perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 yellow summer squash, diced
  • 1 green zucchini squash, diced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 - 14.5 oz can fire-roasted tomatoes (do not drain)
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 cup dairy-free sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Cook ground beef over medium high heat in a skillet.
  3. Drain the cooked ground beef and set aside.
  4. Heat olive oil in skillet and over medium, heat cook the squash, onions, and garlic until tender.
  5. Add the cooked ground beef back to the skillet along with the tomatoes and spices.
  6. Stir to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. Transfer to a casserole dish and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
  8. Bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted
  9. Serve and enjoy
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 214Total Fat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 52mgSodium: 204mgCarbohydrates: 5gFiber: 2gSugar: 3gProtein: 16g

nutritional values are estimates and may vary depending on products/ingredients used.

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3 Comments

  1. Amazing, thanks for sharing this GF recipe. Pinned it.
    I visited you via Coastal Bohemian: Funtastic Friday Link Party #470
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    SSPS will open this coming Monday and we hope to see you share your posts with us as well.

  2. Hey, Kandice! So happy to have you at Tuesday Turn About this week! Thanks for sharing this yummy gluten free casserole. I’ll be sure to share it with my daughter! AND, I’ll be featuring your recipes at this week’s party! Hope to see you this week and each week after! Pinned!

  3. I love squash, and this sounds fantastic! I can’t wait to try this.
    Thank you so much for sharing this recipe with Sweet Tea & Friends Link Up this month dear friend.

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