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Cheesy baked zucchini casserole served in a white dish with melted cheese

Cheesy Baked Zucchini Casserole

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A comforting and easy casserole filled with creamy cheeses and fresh zucchini, perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crescent Roll Base
  • 1 can Pillsbury crescent rolls Use to cover the bottom of the baking dish.
Cheese Filling
  • 8 oz shredded provolone or asiago cheese Can substitute with mozzarella or Gruyere.
  • 8 oz shredded mozzarella cheese or Gruyere cheese Choose according to preference.
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream Adds creaminess to the mixture.
  • 3 large eggs Provides binding to the casserole.
Vegetable Filling
  • 4 1/2 cups chopped zucchini Fresh zucchini for optimal flavor.
  • 1 medium onion, chopped fine Sauté along with zucchini.
Seasoning & Fats
  • 1 tablespoon parsley Can be fresh or dried.
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder For flavor enhancement.
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano Adds herbal notes.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil For sautéing vegetables.
  • 4 tablespoons salted butter For sautéing onions and zucchini.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Spray an 8x8 baking dish with cooking spray or grease with butter.
  3. Open the can of crescent dough and roll it into your baking dish, covering the bottom evenly.
Cooking
  1. In a large, semi-deep skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onions and zucchini, cooking until slightly tender (about 7 minutes).
  3. Remove the skillet from heat and set it aside.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together garlic powder, oregano, heavy cream, eggs, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  5. Pour the egg mixture into the skillet with the zucchini and mix well.
  6. Add the provolone or asiago along with the mozzarella or Gruyere, stirring to combine.
  7. Pour the mixture on top of the crescent dough in the baking dish.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the top is slightly browned and set.
  9. Let it cool for a few minutes. Cut, serve, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

This casserole pairs well with a salad or garlic bread. For added flavor, top with fresh herbs or serve with a tangy sauce. This dish can also be frozen before baking. When ready to eat, thaw overnight and bake as directed.
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