Description
This Savory Garden Zucchini Casserole is a delicious and comforting dish that combines fresh zucchini, sweet corn, jalapeños, and cheddar cheese in a flavorful casserole. Perfect for a family dinner or potluck!
Ingredients
Zucchini Mixture:
- 3 1/2 cups grated zucchini (well-drained)
- 1 white onion, finely chopped
- 8 ounces high-quality cheddar cheese, shredded (divided)
- 1 cup thawed corn kernels
- 1 jalapeño, finely chopped (seeds removed for less heat if desired)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Corn Muffin Mix:
- 1 box of corn muffin mix (8.5 ounces)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Baking Dish
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish with nonstick spray or butter.
- Step 2: Mix Vegetables and Key Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine zucchini, onion, half of the cheddar cheese, corn, jalapeño, eggs, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Step 3: Incorporate the Corn Muffin Mix
Gradually add the corn muffin mix to the vegetable mixture, ensuring thorough mixing.
- Step 4: Transfer to Baking Dish and Top with Cheese
Spread the mixture in the baking dish and top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
- Step 5: Bake the Casserole
Bake for 50-55 minutes until set and golden brown.
- Step 6: Cool and Serve
Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-55 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Zucchini casserole, Corn casserole, Savory casserole
