This Keto Loaded Zucchini & Squash Bake has a rich and cheesy texture. We prepare this loaded bake with fresh zucchini, yellow squash, crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, cream cheese, heavy cream, sour cream, garlic, butter, Parmesan cheese, and simple seasonings. This loaded bake contains 5 g of net carbs. This delicious bake takes about 50 minutes. You can assemble the casserole ahead of time and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking or freeze it for up to 2 months for longer storage. You can serve this loaded bake with Avocado Cucumber Salad or Creamy Cauliflower Soup.
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STATS:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Calories: 365 kcal
- Diet: Keto
- Course: Main Course
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Serving Size: 1½ cups
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Servings: 6
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 zucchini
- 2 yellow squash
- 8 slices of bacon
- 2 cups cheddar cheese
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon parsley
INGREDIENT NOTES:
ZUCCHINI:
- We use zucchini because it provides a tender texture and mild flavor. As an alternative, you can use eggplant, chayote squash, cauliflower florets, or yellow squash.
YELLOW SQUASH:
- Yellow squash gives a soft texture and slightly buttery flavor. Instead, you can use zucchini, broccoli florets, or pattypan squash.
BACON:
- We utilize bacon because it adds a smoky flavor and crispy texture. As a replacement, you can use turkey bacon, pancetta, cooked sausage, or shredded chicken.
CHEDDAR CHEESE:
- Cheddar cheese creates a rich, creamy texture and sharp cheesy flavor. Instead, you can use Monterey Jack, Colby Jack, Gouda, or Pepper Jack.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
- Set the oven to 375 degrees F & coat a dish.
- We cook the bacon till crispier, and then crumble it.
- Make thin and round slices of yellow squash and the zucchini.
- Warm the butter in a pan & gently cook the garlic for almost thirty seconds.
- Include the squash and zucchini, and cook for almost five minutes till become tender.
- Stir 1/2 of the cheddar cheese, pepper, cream cheese, salt, heavy cream, smoked paprika, sour cream, and onion powder in a dish.
- Mix the cooked veggies into the mixture of cheese.
- Whisk in 1/2 of the crumbled bacon.
- Spread each thing in a dish.
- Garnish with the leftover bacon, cheddar, Parmesan, and mozzarella.
- We bake it till golden and bubbly, for approximately thirty-five minutes.
- Allow this bake to sit for almost ten minutes before eating.
- Serve this loaded bake with chopped parsley.
TIPS:
- Garnish the surface with crushed pork rinds for extra crunch.
- We salt the zucchini for almost fifteen minutes and then cook it to eliminate additional moisture.
- Include cooked chicken for extra protein.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
MAIN DISHES:
- Grilled Chicken Breast
- Garlic Butter Steak
- Baked Salmon
- Pork Chops
- Turkey Meatballs
SIDE DISHES:
- Cauliflower Mash
- Roasted Broccoli
- Garlic Green Beans
- Sautéed Mushrooms
- Roasted Asparagus
SALADS:
- Caesar Salad
- Avocado Cucumber Salad
- Greek Salad
- Spinach Salad
- Cabbage Slaw
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put this loaded bake in a closed box and stock it for roughly four days.
FREEZER:
- Store this loaded bake for approximately 50-60 days.
FAQs:
Will we prepare this loaded bake earlier?
- Yes, you can assemble this loaded bake beforehand, chill it, and then bake.
May we utilize just zucchini?
- Yes, you can use extra zucchini instead of yellow squash.
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NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Serving Size: About 1½ cups
Calories: 365 kcal
Total Carbs: 7 g
Net Carbs: 5 g
Fiber: 2 g
Sugar: 4 g
Protein: 18 g
Fat: 30 g
Sodium: 690 mg