Baked Zucchini Casserole
A hearty and comforting casserole layered with fresh zucchini, creamy goodness, and melted cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchinis
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 cup cream or sour cream
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for greasing
- Fresh herbs (like basil or parsley) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare zucchinis by slicing them into rounds about 1/4 inch thick.
- Salt the zucchini slices lightly and let them sit for about 10 minutes.
- Mix the cream (or sour cream), minced garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Layer a greased baking dish with zucchini slices, creamy mixture, and cheese, repeating until all ingredients are used.
- Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top if using for added texture.
- Bake covered for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Feel free to customize with sundried tomatoes, ground meats, or different cheeses.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: zucchini casserole, comfort food, vegetarian, baked dish, family recipe