Description
This Zucchini Casserole is a cheesy and flavorful dish that makes a perfect side or even a light main course. With a crispy topping and a creamy interior, it’s a delightful way to enjoy zucchini.
Ingredients
Scale
Zucchini Mixture:
- 4 cups shredded zucchini (about 4 medium zucchini)
- 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
Topping:
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (or crushed cornflakes, saltine crackers, pretzels, or potato chips)
- 3 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F and coat an 8” x 8” baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Drain zucchini: Place half of the shredded zucchini in a clean cheesecloth, twist to squeeze out excess water. Repeat with the remaining zucchini.
- Mix ingredients: Combine zucchini, onion, garlic, eggs, mozzarella, cheddar, and 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese.
- Bake: Spread the mixture in the baking dish and bake for 20 minutes.
- Prepare topping: Melt butter, mix with breadcrumbs and remaining Parmesan.
- Add topping: Sprinkle buttered mixture over the casserole and bake for an additional 5-8 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve: Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Zucchini Casserole, Cheesy Zucchini Bake, Vegetable Casserole
