Caprese Zucchini Casserole

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A summertime favorite—zucchini casserole—gets an Italian spin in this delicious and healthy side dish with tomatoes, mozzarella and basil. You can use zucchini or summer squash in this caprese-style casserole, or a combination of the two. A sprinkling of fresh basil and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar just before serving brightens up the flavors. Serve with grilled or roasted chicken and some quinoa, rice or couscous to soak up the juices from the casserole for a satisfying and easy dinner.

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Carolyn Casner
Carolyn Casner

Carolyn Casner is a longtime recipe tester and contributor for EatingWell. Over the years, she has tested and developed hundreds of recipes for the magazine and website.

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Prep Time:
25 mins
Additional Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
Nutrition Profile:
Low-Carb Nut-Free Soy-Free Vegetarian Egg-Free Gluten-Free Low-Calorie
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Ingredients

  • 2 medium zucchini and/or summer squash, sliced

  • 2 medium tomatoes, sliced

  • ¼ cup finely chopped shallot

  • ¼ cup chopped basil plus 2 tablespoons, divided

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper

  • ¾ cup shredded fresh mozzarella cheese (3 ounces)

  • 1 dash Balsamic vinegar

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Coat an 8-by-8- or 7-by-10-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

  2. Arrange squash and tomatoes decoratively, like rows of shingles (some may need to be cut in half), in the prepared dish.

  3. Combine shallot, 1/4 cup basil, oil, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Spoon the mixture over the vegetables. Sprinkle evenly with mozzarella. Bake until the vegetables are tender and the cheese has melted, about 30 minutes. Sprinkle with the remaining 2 tablespoons basil. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar, if desired.

    Caprese Zucchini Casserole
Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, June 2019

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

87 Calories
5g Fat
6g Carbs
5g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Serving Size 3/4 cup
Calories 87
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 6g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 5g 10%
Total Fat 5g 7%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 9mg 3%
Vitamin A 809IU 16%
Vitamin C 18mg 20%
Folate 30mcg 7%
Sodium 296mg 13%
Calcium 121mg 9%
Iron 1mg 3%
Magnesium 23mg 6%
Potassium 326mg 7%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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