Description
A delicious and cheesy baked zucchini casserole that is perfect as a side dish or a main course.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium zucchinis, sliced into rounds
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare Zucchini: Wash and slice the zucchinis into even-sized rounds.
- Sauté Garlic: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the zucchini slices with sautéed garlic, dried thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Layer Zucchini: Arrange the zucchini slices evenly in a baking dish.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the zucchini.
- Top with Breadcrumbs: Evenly scatter breadcrumbs over the cheese layer.
- bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven, let it cool slightly, and garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- Cheese Variation: Feel free to experiment with other cheeses like cheddar or Gruyère for different flavors.
- Breadcrumbs: For added texture, consider using panko breadcrumbs.
- Zucchini Prep: For a less watery casserole, sprinkle sliced zucchinis with salt and let them sit for about 10 minutes before using. Pat dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
- Herbs: Fresh herbs like basil or parsley can be added for more flavor when serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg