Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) Recipe
This Shredded Zucchini Casserole is a delicious and cheesy dish that’s perfect for a comforting meal. With a crispy golden top and a creamy interior, it’s a crowd-pleaser for sure!
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Zucchini:
- 4 medium zucchini, shredded
- 1 teaspoon salt
Aromatics:
- 1 cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Cheese Mixture:
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Binding Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Others:
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Prepare the Zucchini: Place the shredded zucchini in a colander, sprinkle with salt, and let it drain for about 20 minutes. Squeeze out excess moisture with a clean kitchen towel.
- Sauté the Aromatics: Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until softened. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
- Mix the Ingredients: Combine zucchini, sautéed onion and garlic, cheeses, eggs, flour, black pepper, paprika, oregano, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
- Prepare the Baking Dish: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and coat a baking dish with cooking spray.
- Bake the Casserole: Pour the mixture into the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and set.
- Serve: Let cool, cut into squares, and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
