Description
This quick and healthy vegetable casserole is a flavor-packed, nutritious dish perfect for a wholesome meal. With layers of zucchini, peppers, carrots, and cheese, all held together by a creamy sauce, it’s both light and satisfying. Whether served as a vegetarian main course or a tasty side dish, this veggie casserole is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Vegetables:
- 2.2 lbs (about 35 oz) zucchini, thinly sliced
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 2 long green peppers, diced
- 2 red peppers, diced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 onion, diced
For the Sauce:
- 1 ¼ cups milk
- 1 ⅛ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 3 eggs
- 2 tablespoons dill
- 1 sachet baking powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
For the Filling:
- 3.5 oz grated cheese (cheese of choice)
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
- Set your oven to 180°C (350°F) to prepare for baking.
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Prepare the Vegetables:
- Wash and thinly slice the zucchini.
- Dice the green peppers, red peppers, carrot, and onion.
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Sauté the Vegetables:
- Heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced vegetables and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until tender and slightly caramelized.
- Remove from heat and set aside.
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Prepare the Sauce:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together:
- Milk
- All-purpose flour
- Olive oil
- Eggs
- Dill
- Baking powder
- Black pepper
- Salt
- Whisk until smooth and well combined.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together:
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Assemble the Casserole:
- Grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Layer half of the sliced zucchini at the bottom of the dish.
- Spread the sautéed vegetables evenly over the zucchini layer.
- Sprinkle grated cheese, reserving some for the topping.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the vegetables and cheese.
- Arrange the remaining sliced zucchini on top.
- Sprinkle the remaining grated cheese over the top for a golden, cheesy crust.
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Bake the Casserole:
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
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Serve and Enjoy!
- Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or basil.
- Serve warm and enjoy this nutritious and delicious meal!
Notes
- For a gluten-free version: Substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour.
- For extra flavor: Add garlic powder, smoked paprika, or chili flakes.
- For a crunchier topping: Sprinkle breadcrumbs or crushed nuts before baking.
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Warm in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes or microwave for 1-2 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired