Savory Garden Zucchini Casserole – Alrightwithme
If you’re craving a comforting, delicious meal that celebrates the flavors of summer, look no further than this Savory Garden Zucchini Casserole. This dish is an excellent way to use fresh zucchini from your garden or local market. With its rich combination of cheddar cheese, corn, and spices, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. The best part? It’s a fantastic way to sneak in nutritious veggies without anyone noticing! Quick to prepare and easy to customize with your favorite ingredients, this casserole promises smiles all around.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 1/2 cups grated zucchini (well-drained)
- 1 white onion, finely chopped
- 16 ounces shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1 cup corn kernels (thawed)
- 1 jalapeño, finely chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 box corn muffin mix (8.5 ounces)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the drained zucchini, onion, half of the cheddar cheese, corn, jalapeño, eggs, garlic powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and corn muffin mix. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish and spread evenly. Top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake for about 50 minutes or until golden brown on top. Let cool for a few minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg