Description
A flavorful and easy-to-make weeknight meal, this Quick Weeknight Zucchini and Rice Casserole is a comforting dish with a cheesy finish that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups brown rice, cooked
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 1/2 pounds cubed zucchini
- 1 cup sliced green onions
- 1 minced garlic clove
- 1 1/4 teaspoons garlic salt
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (Hungarian or smoked varieties work well)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 1/2 cups chopped tomatoes
- 1 cup or more shredded Daiya cheddar style cheese, separated
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare Your Baking and Cooking Equipment
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 11 X 17 baking dish.
- Step 2: Sauté the Vegetables
In a skillet, sauté zucchini, green onions, and garlic until tender.
- Step 3: Season and Combine Ingredients
Add seasonings to vegetables, mix in rice, tomatoes, and 1/2 cup of cheese. Cook until heated through.
- Step 4: Assemble the Casserole
Transfer the mixture to the casserole dish, top with remaining cheese.
- Step 5: Bake and Serve
Bake uncovered for 20 minutes until cheese is melted. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Zucchini Rice Casserole, Weeknight Dinner, Cheesy Casserole Recipe
