Description
Cheesy baked zucchini casserole is a creamy, comforting side dish made with layers of zucchini, a savory cheese mixture, and a golden, crispy topping. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs or crushed crackers, for topping
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Slice zucchini thinly and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, sour cream, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in cheddar and mozzarella cheese, then fold in zucchini and onion.
- Transfer mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Top with Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs, then drizzle with olive oil or dot with butter.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, until bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Add cooked ground beef, chicken, or turkey to make it a main dish.Swap zucchini for yellow squash or mix both.a spicy twist.Pat zucchini dry well to prevent a watery casserole.Freeze leftovers for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
