Front Porch Diabetic Squash Casserole

A Southern comfort food classic made diabetes-friendly. This creamy yellow squash casserole keeps the flavor you love while swapping the traditional cracker topping for a crunchy pork rind topping.

Ingredients

• 4 cups yellow squash, sliced
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 cup crushed pork rinds
• 1 tablespoon melted butter

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a casserole dish.
2. Cook sliced squash until tender, about 5–7 minutes. Drain thoroughly and gently press out excess moisture.
3. In a large bowl, combine sour cream, cheddar cheese, egg, mayonnaise, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
4. Fold the cooked squash into the cheese mixture.
5. Spread mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
6. Mix crushed pork rinds with melted butter and sprinkle over the top.
7. Bake for 25–30 minutes until hot, bubbly, and lightly golden.
8. Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition-Friendly Notes

This recipe was created with a lower-carbohydrate approach for people managing diabetes. The pork rind topping replaces traditional cracker crumbs while keeping the crunchy Southern casserole texture.

Serving Suggestions

Serve alongside baked ham, grilled chicken, steak, or Salisbury steak for a comforting Southern meal the whole family can enjoy.

Recipe Category: Southern Comfort Food | Diabetes-Friendly