Yellow Squash and Rice Gratin Recipe

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Yellow Squash and Rice Gratin
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Directions:

  1. Bring 1 cup water to boil in a 1-quart lidded saucepan.
  2. Add in the rice and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  3. When the water returns to a boil, stir once and only once, turn the heat down to low, and cover the pot tightly.
  4. Simmer 15 minutes, until the water has evaporated.
  5. Turn off the heat; uncover the pot, and cover the top with a clean dish towel.
  6. Return the lid to the pot and let sit for 10 minutes undisturbed.
  7. Preheat the oven to 375°; brush a 2-quart baking or gratin dish with olive oil.
  8. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  9. Add in the onion, stir/saute 5 minutes or until tender.
  10. Add in the squash, garlic, salt, and pepper; stir/saute 8-10 minutes, until the squash is tender but not mushy.
  11. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly.
  12. Beat the eggs in a bowl; stir in the squash mixture, cheese, parsley, rice, and thyme.
  13. Stir together, taste, and add more salt and pepper, if needed.
  14. Transfer mixture to a baking dish; sprinkle breadcrumbs over the top and drizzle on the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  15. Bake for 45 mintues or until firm and browned on the top.
  16. Cool on a rack; serve warm or at room temperature.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 288.99 Kcal (1210 kJ)
Calories from fat 137.68 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 15.3g 24%
Cholesterol 108.59mg 36%
Sodium 105.66mg 4%
Potassium 392.9mg 8%
Total Carbs 27.39g 9%
Sugars 3.84g 15%
Dietary Fiber 2.97g 12%
Protein 11.24g 22%
Vitamin C 33.1mg 55%
Iron 1.3mg 7%
Calcium 206.9mg 21%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 127.21 Kcal (533 kJ)
Calories from fat 60.61 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.73g 24%
Cholesterol 47.8mg 36%
Sodium 46.51mg 4%
Potassium 172.95mg 8%
Total Carbs 12.06g 9%
Sugars 1.69g 15%
Dietary Fiber 1.31g 12%
Protein 4.95g 22%
Vitamin C 14.6mg 55%
Iron 0.6mg 7%
Calcium 91.1mg 21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 6.5
    Points
  • 8
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium

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