Description
This Easy Zucchini Casserole Recipe is a delicious and comforting dish that’s perfect for a family dinner or potluck. Packed with fresh zucchini, savory cheeses, and a hint of garlic, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to make!
Ingredients
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Zucchini Mixture:
- 4 cups sliced zucchini
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Breadcrumb Mixture:
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional:
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the zucchini: In a large bowl, combine the sliced zucchini and diced onion.
- Mix the egg mixture: In another bowl, whisk together the beaten eggs, milk, melted butter, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Combine ingredients: Add the cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and breadcrumbs to the zucchini mixture and toss to combine.
- Add egg mixture: Pour the egg mixture over the zucchini mixture and stir until evenly coated.
- Bake: Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the casserole is golden brown on top and set in the center.
- Finish: Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Try adding cooked bacon bits or diced ham for extra protein.
- You can substitute yellow squash for some or all of the zucchini.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
