Description
Savory Garden Zucchini Casserole – Alrightwithme is a delightful way to celebrate the bounty of summer produce. This comforting dish combines grated zucchini, sweet corn, and creamy cheddar cheese, all baked to golden perfection. With just 15 minutes of prep time, it’s an ideal option for busy weeknights or family gatherings. The mild spice from jalapeño adds a kick that even kids will enjoy, making it a family favorite. This casserole is versatile enough to serve as a hearty side dish or a light main course, and it tastes even better the next day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 1/2 cups grated zucchini (well-drained)
- 16 ounces shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1 cup thawed corn kernels
- 1 white onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño, finely chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 1 box corn muffin mix (8.5 ounces)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grate the zucchini and drain thoroughly to remove excess moisture.
- Sauté the chopped onion in a skillet over medium heat until translucent.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine drained zucchini, sautéed onion, half the cheddar cheese, corn, jalapeño, eggs, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Gently fold in the corn muffin mix until just combined.
- Pour mixture into a greased baking dish and top with remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake for about 50 minutes until golden brown and set in the center.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 80mg