Savory Garden Zucchini Casserole
Experience fresh flavors with Savory Garden Zucchini Casserole – a delightful dish that celebrates the best of summer with fresh zucchini and sweet corn. This casserole is not only bursting with flavor but also an ideal side for any meal, from family dinners to festive potlucks. With its cheesy goodness and vibrant ingredients, it’s a fantastic way to enjoy seasonal produce while satisfying everyone at the table. Easy to prepare, this dish can be made ahead of time and serves as a perfect companion to grilled meats or a light salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 1/2 cups grated zucchini
- 1 white onion, finely chopped
- 16 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded (divided)
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 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 oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grate zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
- In a mixing bowl, combine drained zucchini, chopped onion, half of the cheddar cheese, corn kernels, jalapeño, eggs, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper; mix well.
- Gradually fold in the corn muffin mix until just combined.
- Pour mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and top with remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake for about 50 minutes until golden brown on top and set in the center.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 95mg