Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting embrace of this Vegetable Casserole, brimming with vibrant veggies and gooey cheese. Perfect for cozy family dinners or potlucks, this dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor. With an easy preparation process and customizable ingredients, it’s a delightful way to enjoy fresh produce and satisfy your cravings any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), chopped
- 1 cup carrots, sliced thinly
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (seasoned)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant.
- Add zucchini, bell peppers, and carrots; cook until slightly softened.
- Transfer vegetables to a bowl; mix in Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half of the vegetable mixture and half of the cheeses. Repeat layers.
- Top with breadcrumbs. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg