Zucchini Casserole with Stuffing Mix

This Mediterranean Zucchini Casserole with Stuffing Mix is a comforting and flavorful side dish. We prepare this casserole with zucchini, cherry tomatoes, garlic, onion, olive oil, herbs, feta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and stuffing mix. This casserole has approximately 285 calories and 27 g of net carbs. We make this casserole in about 50 minutes. This Mediterranean Zucchini Casserole is ideal for family dinners, holidays, potlucks, weeknight meals, and Mediterranean-inspired gatherings. You can prepare this casserole earlier because we refrigerate it for four days and freeze it for almost two months. You can serve this casserole with mediterranean grilled chicken, lemon garlic salmon, baked cod, Greek salad, or roasted vegetables.

STATS:

• Course: Side Dish, Casserole
• No. of Calories: 285 kcal
• Diet: Mediterranean
• Prep time: 15 minutes
• Cuisine: Mediterranean-American
• Cook time: 35 minutes
• Portion size: 1 cup
• Cooking mode: Oven-baked
• Total servings: 6
• Difficulty level: Easy
• Total time: 50 minutes

TOOLS:

• Skillet
• Bowl
• Baking dish
• Knife
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Cutting board

INGREDIENTS:

ZUCCHINI:

• 6 cups sliced zucchini

VEGETABLE MIXTURE:

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 yellow onion
• ½ tsp salt
• 3 cloves garlic
• One cup cherry tomatoes
• Oregano, one tsp.
• ½ tsp thyme
• ½ tsp turmeric
• ¼ tsp black pepper

STUFFING MIXTURE:

• 1 cup stuffing mix
• ¾ cup vegetable broth
• ½ cup feta cheese
• ¼ cup Parmesan cheese
• ¼ cup parsley
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

INGREDIENT NOTES:

ZUCCHINI:

• We use zucchini to provide a tender vegetable base for this casserole.

OLIVE OIL:

• We use olive oil to provide Mediterranean flavor and moisture. You may swap it out with avocado oil.

GARLIC:

• Garlic gives the veggies a flavorful, toasty taste.

CHERRY TOMATOES:

• Cherry tomatoes add freshness, sweetness, and moisture to the casserole. An alternative would be diced tomatoes.

OREGANO:

• A traditional Mediterranean flavor is provided by oregano. Alternatively, you may add Italian seasoning.

TURMERIC:

• Turmeric adds warm color and flavor.

STUFFING MIX:

• Stuffing mix provides a savory flavor and golden topping. Whole-grain stuffing mix or breadcrumbs can be used instead.

VEGETABLE BROTH:

• Vegetable broth keeps the stuffing mixture moist and flavorful.

FETA CHEESE:

• Feta provides a creamy and tangy flavor. Goat cheese can be used as an alternative.

PARMESAN:

• Parmesan adds a rich and savory flavor to the casserole. Alternatively, you might use pecorino romano.

PARSLEY:

• Fresh parsley provides color and freshness. You can substitute fresh dill or basil.

LEMON JUICE:

• Lemon juice balances the savory flavors with brightness. A little quantity of red wine vinegar could be utilized as a different option.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Warm the oven to 190° Celcius and coat a baking dish.
2. We preheat the olive oil in a pan on a normal flame.
3. Include the onion and slowly cook for only four minutes till softened.
4. Toss the garlic for thirty seconds only.
5. Cook the cherry tomatoes & zucchini for just six minutes.
6. Include the salt, oregano, black pepper, thyme, and turmeric.
7. Put the cooked veggies in a mixing dish.
8. Whisk the lemon juice, stuffing mix, parsley, vegetable broth, Parmesan, and feta till blended.
9. Put the mixture in a dish, wrap with foil and bake for almost twenty minutes.
10. Eliminate the foil and bake for an extra ten minutes till golden.
11. Cool the casserole for just five minutes and then serve.

TIPS:

• Completely dry the zucchini and then cook to avoid extra moisture.
• Avoid cooking the zucchini and then bake.
• We utilize low-sodium vegetable broth to control the salt.
• Cool the casserole for some time and then serve.
• Include the chopped walnuts for additional crunch if required.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

MAIN DISH PAIRINGS:

• Mediterranean Grilled Chicken
• Lemon Garlic Salmon
• Baked Cod
• Greek Chicken Skewers

FRESH SIDES:

• Greek Salad
• Tomato Cucumber Salad
• Roasted Mediterranean Vegetables
• Garlic Green Beans

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Put the cooled casserole in a closed box and refrigerate it for 4 days.

FREEZER:

• Store this casserole for almost 2 months.

FAQs:

Will we prepare this casserole earlier?

• Yes, you can assemble the casserole more than twenty-four hours beforehand, chill it, and then bake.

May we utilize yellow squash?

• Yes, you might use yellow squash in a similar quantity as zucchini.

Could we include the chicken?

• Yes, you can use almost two cups of cooked shredded chicken to prepare it a heartier meal.

Will we utilize fresh herbs?

• Yes, you may use oregano, fresh parsley, dill, or basil.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATIONS:

Proteins: 9 g

Caloric Content: 285 kcal

Net carbs: 27 g

Sodium: 590 mg

Fiber: 4 g

Sugar: 7 g

Fats: 14 g

Portion Size: 1 cup

Total carbs: 31 g