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Cheesy Zucchini Casserole

A golden cheesy crust seals in the fluffy, moist and creamy center of this zucchini casserole. This zucchini casserole recipe is easy, irresistibly delicious and a great way to use up extra garden vegetables!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 8 people a side dish
Calories: 279 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs green zucchini (6 medium)
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt divided (1 tsp for sprinkling and 1/2 tsp for casserole)
  • 2 cups cooked white rice*
  • 1 cup sour cream (divided into 2/3 and 1/3)
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 4 eggs (large)
  • 1/2 tsp Mrs Dash seasoning or your favorite salt-free seasoning
  • 8 oz Colby jack cheese 3 cups shredded (or use Mexican cheese)
  • 1/2 cup chives chopped, plus more for garnish

Instructions

Prep: Preheat oven to 400˚F and butter a 9x13 casserole dish.
How to Make Zucchini Casserole:
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  1. Grate zucchini on the large holes (or the grating attachment on a food processor). Transfer grated zucchini to a colander over the sink and stir in 1 tsp salt. Let stand 10 min, stirring a couple of times then squeeze out the excess moisture with your hands. Transfer drained zucchini to a large mixing bowl.
  2. Mix 2/3 cup sour cream with 1/2 tsp baking powder and let stand while zucchini drains (8-10 min).
  3. Into the mixing bowl with drained zucchini, stir in 4 eggs and sour cream mixture.
  4. Add cooked rice and 2 cups cheese. Stir in 1/2 cup chives, 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp
  5. Mrs Dash seasoning.
  6. Pour mixture into buttered casserole dish and spread 1/3 cup sour cream over the top. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup cheese over the surface and bake uncovered on the center rack at 400˚ for 40 min. Let stand for 10 min before serving.

Notes

  • *To cook rice for this recipe, you will need 1 cup of uncooked rice.

Nutrition Information

Calories 279kcal (14%) Carbs 18g Protein 13g (26%) Fat 17g (26%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Cholesterol 123mg (41%) Sodium 675mg (28%) Potassium 603mg (17%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 1030IU (21%) Vitamin C 32.2mg (36%) Calcium 285mg (29%) Iron 1.4mg (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8people a side dish

Amount Per Serving

Calories 279

% Daily Value*

Calories 279kcal 14%
Carbs 18g
Protein 13g 26%
Fat 17g 26%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Cholesterol 123mg 41%
Sodium 675mg 28%
Potassium 603mg 13%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 1030IU 21%
Vitamin C 32.2mg 36%
Calcium 285mg 29%
Iron 1.4mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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