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!
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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)
Steps
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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.
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Mix 2/3 cup sour cream with 1/2 tsp baking powder and let stand while zucchini drains (8-10 min).
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Into the mixing bowl with drained zucchini, stir in 4 eggs and sour cream mixture.
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Add cooked rice and 2 cups cheese. Stir in 1/2 cup chives, 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp
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Mrs Dash seasoning.
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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.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Macronutrients
*DV = Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet
💰 Cost Estimate
📋 Price Breakdown (11% ingredients detected)
| Ingredient | Amount | Unit Price | Subtotal |
|---|---|---|---|
| green zucchini | 3 lbs | - | - |
| salt | 0.5 tsp | - | - |
| cooked white rice* | 2 cups | - | - |
| sour cream | 1 cup | - | - |
| baking powder | 0.5 tsp | Rp 8.000/100g | Rp 200 |
| eggs | 4 | - | - |
| Mrs Dash seasoning | 0.5 tsp | - | - |
| Colby jack cheese | 8 oz | - | - |
| chives | 0.5 cup | - | - |
*Estimated market prices, may vary by region
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