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    Home » Side Dishes » Crustless Squash Pie

    Published: Jun 6, 2017 · Modified: Jan 24, 2023 by Pam

    Crustless Squash Pie

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    This Crustless Squash Pie truly highlights fresh zucchini or yellow squash from your garden or the market. It’s lighter than quiche, but rich and cheesy enough to be a hearty side dish.

    Squash Pie is Lightened Up, Low Carb, and Versatile

    You may remember a similar dish that was popular 20 or 30 years ago. It used all zucchini and had a crust made from refrigerated crescent rolls. My Mama used to make that one.

    It was yummy, but that crust didn’t really do anything to complement the taste of the squash, and, to my way of thinking it just added some empty calories.

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    As usual, I’ve kept this recipe versatile to make use of whatever is fresh in your area, or what you have on hand. I used a combination of yellow squash and zucchini, but you could use all of either. If you love squash like us, you’ll want to try these Fried Squash and Yellow Squash Fritters recipes.

    Also, I had fresh herbs, but dry would be fine if that’s all you have. Just remember to use less of dried herbs because they’re much stronger.

    If you’ve got fresh squash, chances are the tomatoes are ripe in your area too. Just think how beautiful this Tomato & Goat Cheese Gallette will be on the buffet next to the Crustless Squash Pie. Or, for a low carb option for those tomatoes, check out Crustless Tomato Pie (includes video). If you’re looking for a breakfast version, this Crustless Breakfast Quiche is just as hearty and delicious!

    Another summer favorite is Melon & Prosciutto Salad with Goat Cheese. It’s perfect for when the cataloupes and/or honeydew melons are ripe and delicious.

    Southern Food Then and Now is all about traditions, regions and the origins of our favorite cuisine!

    This recipe made our Reader Favorites of 2017. Check out the others here.

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    Crustless Squash Pie

    Crustless Squash Pie highlights the best of summer. Lighter than a quiche, but still cheesy and rich enough to be a hearty side dish.
    4.41 from 32 votes
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    Ingredients
      

    • 5 cups sliced squash, yellow or zucchini (or a combination)
    • 2 Tablespoon butter
    • ¼-⅓ cup onion chopped
    • 1 clove garlic minced
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper
    • 2 Tablespoon fresh oregano chopped
    • 6-7 leaves basil chopped
    • 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
    • 2 eggs beaten

    Instructions
     

    • Melt butter in 12″ skillet over medium to medium-high heat.
    • Saute’ onion in butter about 1 minute.
    • Add squash and garlic and saute’ until squash in slightly limp, about 8 minutes.
    • In a separate bowl stir together cheese, eggs, herbs, salt and pepper.
    • Add squash/onion mixture to cheese mixture.
    • Pour into 9″ pie plate, which has been buttered or sprayed.
    • Bake at 375 degrees for 25-30 minutes, or until center is set and edges are lightly browned. 

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    A Tip to Make Your Squash Pie Perfect

    Only one little preparation note for you: Yellow squash tends to cook a little faster than zucchini. If you’re using a combination of the two it’s best to saute’ the zucchini a minute or two before you add the yellow squash. That’s it. It’s easy and delicious

    Another low carb option for cooking your summer squash is keto friendly squash casserole.

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    Categories: Lighten Up Tags: side dish

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    Comments

    1. Stacey says

      June 06, 2017 at 8:32 pm

      I’m so glad you shared this squash recipe! I was thinking in my head the other day that there must be a way to do this. Woohoo! 🙂

      Reply
      • Pam says

        June 07, 2017 at 1:25 pm

        Yay! Let us know if you try it.

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        • Pam says

          August 14, 2020 at 5:07 pm

          5 stars
          Just received an arm load of zucchini and yellow squash. Found your recipe and made two batches. Delicious. I’m going to try it again and add some tomatoes.

          Reply
          • Pam says

            August 16, 2020 at 11:35 am

            So glad you love it. Be sure to check out our Crustless Tomato Pie for your tomatoes.

            Reply
          • Melmelissassa says

            June 30, 2022 at 5:59 pm

            I was thinking about a lite topping of corn bread mixed up kinda like iceing a cake an cook slightly longer

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            • Pam says

              July 02, 2022 at 10:14 am

              That sounds yummy, Melissa. Just keep in mind it would no longer be a low carb recipe with cornbread on top.

    2. Aunt Susan says

      June 10, 2017 at 5:41 am

      Cool! Sort of like squash casserole but more “presentable”!

      Reply
      • Pam says

        June 10, 2017 at 7:26 am

        Yes, sort of. But, it has an “Italian” twist with the mozzarella and oregano and basil.

        Reply
    3. Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures says

      June 12, 2017 at 8:19 pm

      Mmmmm… This sounds wonderful! The squash in our vegetable garden is just beginning to produce. Pinning this recipe for harvest time! 😉 -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures

      Reply
    4. Tanya Moore says

      June 14, 2017 at 5:36 pm

      Made this for dinner tonight. It was so simple and delish!

      Reply
      • Pam says

        June 14, 2017 at 9:22 pm

        So happy to hear that, Tanya! Glad you enjoyed.

        Reply
    5. Shirley @Housepitality Designs says

      July 05, 2017 at 2:20 pm

      This looks amazing!!!!

      Reply
      • Pam says

        July 09, 2017 at 9:12 pm

        Thanks, Shirley. Everyone who has tried it so far has loved it!

        Reply
    6. Lorraine says

      July 09, 2017 at 7:04 pm

      do you have a calorie count?

      Reply
      • Pam says

        July 09, 2017 at 9:15 pm

        I don’t Lorraine. But, I don’t think it would be too difficult to figure out. I’ll make myself a note.

        Reply
    7. MountainGirl says

      August 21, 2017 at 9:01 pm

      I used only yellow squash from my garden and added all fresh herbs plus parsley and for the cheese I used Italian style shredded only one cup
      Wow!! You would think you were eating Pizza

      Reply
      • Pam says

        August 29, 2017 at 1:45 pm

        Glad you like it. This has been our most popular recipe this summer.

        Reply
    8. Joanne @ No Plate Like Home says

      September 25, 2017 at 7:35 am

      I make a similar quiche. Parmesan cheese is a nice addition. Your squash pie looks delicious. Great photos too!

      Reply
      • Pam says

        September 25, 2017 at 5:20 pm

        Thanks so much, Joanne!

        Reply
    9. Ivory says

      January 13, 2018 at 8:13 pm

      I am happy I don’t live near you, because I would for sure be your beastie, and over to your house for dinner. You make fabulous dishes. I’ve been looking for a yummy squash recipe. It’s been years since I had a world best squash casserole . Thanks again

      Reply
      • Pam says

        January 14, 2018 at 1:28 pm

        hahaha….. If only we really cooked like this every night! Thanks, though.

        Reply
    10. Bea Grossman says

      June 10, 2018 at 5:48 pm

      5 stars
      I have so much squash in my garden and squash is not my husband’s favorite veggie. I made this the other night and he loved it. So did I. I used a little more onion just because. This was excellent and also tasted great the next day. Will definitely make this again. Love that there is no crust too. Thank you!!

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      • Pam says

        June 12, 2018 at 4:08 pm

        Thank you, Bea! So glad you and your husband both like it. It’s one of our favorites.

        Reply
    11. Janet Martinez says

      November 15, 2018 at 8:50 am

      5 stars
      This was delicious! I only had butternut squash and made a mistake and didn’t slice it but cut it up in cubes and it still worked out. Thank you so much!

      Reply
      • Pam says

        November 16, 2018 at 1:37 pm

        So glad you enjoyed it, Janet!

        Reply
        • Jane Penrose says

          July 09, 2022 at 9:31 pm

          4 stars
          Easy and delicious. The fresh herbs are the perfect compliment to the squash. I will definitely make it again.

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          • Pam says

            July 10, 2022 at 12:15 pm

            Thanks so much Jane!

            Reply
    12. Anna says

      March 07, 2019 at 1:58 pm

      Just came across this recipe on Pinterest. I needed a gluten free option for a Bible study brunch and this was a hit. Super easy and yummy!

      Reply
      • Pam says

        March 08, 2019 at 11:48 am

        So glad everyone liked it as much as we do. Thanks, Anna.

        Reply
    13. Pam Elkin says

      April 15, 2019 at 5:52 am

      5 stars
      Hello,

      I am so excited and happy that I discovered the two of you today, on Meal Plan Monday! My goodness, your recipes sound so good! I do not know where to begin! I look forward to following you. I signed up for your newsletter and followed you on Pinterest!

      What a blessing to be able to do this blog together. My Mom is an excellent Southern cook. I so agree that we can not let these recipes from Southern cooks get lost along the way.

      I look forward to reading your blog and enjoying your recipes! Thank you for sharing with us.
      Pam

      Reply
      • Pam says

        April 15, 2019 at 8:44 am

        Thank you, Pam! Your sweet comments made our day!

        Welcome to the family. We’re happy to have you here and hope you will enjoy Biscuits and Burlap for a long time to come. You are so right that we are blessed to be travelling this journey together as mother and daughter. It means the world to us, and even better to have readers like you to share it with.

        Reply
    14. Christina says

      August 17, 2019 at 10:24 am

      Hello, I was thinking of making the Crustless Squash Pie as I have all the ingredients on hand. One question though. Only 2 eggs needed and no other type of liquid? I never tried a recipe with such a small amount of egg and no liquid in required. Thanks for your time.

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      • Pam says

        August 21, 2019 at 10:17 am

        Hi Christina, I thought I had replied but don’t see it now. But, you are correct – 2 eggs and no other liquid. This is not quiche, but the recipe is developed to highlight the flavor of the tomatoes.

        Reply
    15. Teresa says

      August 22, 2019 at 10:08 am

      This looks wonderful! Any idea if you could prep ahead and pop in the oven when it’s dinner time? I’m just wondering with all the liquid zucchini releases.

      Reply
      • Pam says

        August 22, 2019 at 5:59 pm

        Thanks, Teresa. I think what I would do is go ahead and cook it, and then just put it back in a hot oven at dinner time to warm it up.

        Reply
    16. judi dadu online terpercaya says

      March 28, 2020 at 9:14 am

      Penulisan artikel ini berbeda dengan yang lainnya.

      Sehingga mudah untuk dipqhami berbagai orang. Terima kasih atas
      informasinya ya.

      Reply
    17. Kylie says

      June 20, 2020 at 1:59 pm

      Is this something I could Prepare the night before?

      Reply
    18. Ranellr Rauschkolb says

      August 05, 2020 at 10:46 am

      Loved this Squash recipe!! It was soooo good😁 will make again

      Reply
      • Pam says

        August 05, 2020 at 4:28 pm

        Thanks for stopping by to let us know!

        Reply
    19. Maggie says

      August 05, 2020 at 7:34 pm

      5 stars
      Made it in a cast iron. Added an additional egg. Fabulous!

      Reply
    20. Mary silva says

      August 20, 2020 at 4:49 pm

      5 stars
      This was great. Will add some crushed red pepper next time. Would be good with some sausage.

      Reply
      • Pam says

        August 21, 2020 at 10:35 am

        So happy you loved it!

        Reply
    21. Chirita says

      January 10, 2021 at 5:27 pm

      5 stars
      Came out great!! I added a bit a green pepper and extra butter to mine and it’s delicious. Thanks for providing such an easy and great recipe.

      Reply
      • Pam says

        January 12, 2021 at 12:27 pm

        Thanks for letting us know Chirita!

        Reply
    22. Elizabeth Thacker says

      April 11, 2021 at 8:34 pm

      5 stars
      So delicious! I’ve made this several times.

      Reply
      • Pam says

        April 13, 2021 at 10:49 am

        So happy to hear you love it as much as we do!

        Reply
    23. Angel says

      July 17, 2022 at 5:04 pm

      My husband is not a fan of summer squash. I only have one zucchini recipe and one yellow squash recipe that he will eat. The issue is he doesn’t like them prepared soft and mushy. I love the idea of this recipe, but worry the squash will be to soft in the end result. What do you think about sweating the squash instead of cooking it?

      Reply
      • Pam says

        July 19, 2022 at 10:38 am

        If you mean skipping the pan saute’ step I think you may be fine. If you’re after a firmer, less done squash that should do it.

        Reply
    24. Valerie says

      October 18, 2022 at 7:59 pm

      I love this recipe! It’s easy and delicious, and the vegetables and herbs come from our garden in the summer. I have a half size pie dish, as there are only the two of us, and make half the recipe. One of our favorites.

      Reply
      • Pam says

        October 19, 2022 at 9:47 am

        Thank you so much for letting us know Valerie! A star rating would be most appreciated as it really helps others find our recipes!

        Reply
    25. Nancy says

      November 19, 2022 at 7:05 pm

      5 stars
      On my permanent recipe list now. Love it!

      Reply
      • Pam says

        November 19, 2022 at 7:17 pm

        Yay! Thanks, Nancy.

        Reply

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