Easy Zucchini Stuffing Casserole Recipe

Indulge in a comforting yet vibrant culinary journey with our Zucchini Stuffing Casserole. This hearty dish combines tender zucchini, savory stuffing, and an aromatic spices, baked to golden perfection. Perfect for any occasion, it’s a wholesome delight that promises to tantalize your taste buds and warm your soul.

What is Zucchini Stuffing

Zucchini stuffing is a delicious mixture typically made with diced or shredded zucchini combined with seasoned breadcrumbs or stuffing mix, along with various ingredients such as onions, garlic, herbs, and sometimes cheese.

It can be used as a filling for vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms, or baked as a casserole on its own.

The result is a flavorful and satisfying dish that celebrates the natural freshness of zucchini while incorporating savory and aromatic elements.

What is the difference between yellow squash and zucchini?

Yellow squash and zucchini (that we use for the Zucchini Stuffing Casserole) are both summer squashes and are similar in many ways, but they do have some key differences.

While both belong to the Cucurbitaceae family, yellow squash typically has a golden-yellow skin and a slightly different shape, often more bulbous at the bottom compared to zucchini, which is typically dark green and elongated.

In terms of flavor and texture, yellow squash tends to be a bit milder and softer than zucchini, which has a firmer texture and a slightly stronger flavor.

However, they can often be used interchangeably in recipes, especially in dishes like stir-fries, casseroles, and salads.

What ingredients go into Zucchini Stuffing Casserole

Below is the list of ingredients you need to shop for at the grocery store for the preparation of Zucchini Stuffing Casserole:

For the stuffing:

• Three zucchinis
• Four tablespoons of dairy-free butter
• Four cloves of garlic
• One chopped medium-sized onion
• Two shredded carrots
• One and a half cups of dairy-free cream of mushroom soup
• Three-quarter cup of seasoned breadcrumbs
• Three tablespoons of dairy-free sour cream

For the Topping:

• One-third cup of seasoned breadcrumbs
• Two tablespoons of dairy-free butter
• Salt and pepper to taste

Kindly note that the above measures are accurate and the ingredients listed are essential.

We recommend following the instructions carefully to ensure a delicious and successful outcome.

How to make Zucchini Stuffing Casserole

First, slice the fresh zucchini and bring water in a large pot to a boil. Add the zucchini slices and cook them for 3-4 minutes. Then drain them and set them aside in a large bowl.

Now peel and shred the carrots and chop the onion.

Heat a large saucepan and melt butter. Add the onions and the pressed garlic and cook both for 4-5 minutes until the onions get translucent. Then, mix in the carrots and continue cooking all on medium heat for another 5 minutes.

Transfer the onion and carrot mixture to the bowl with the cooked zucchini slices. Add the cream of mushroom soup, the seasoned breadcrumbs and dairy-free sour cream and mix everything well. Season with salt and black pepper.

Get a large casserole dish and pour the stuffing mixture into it.

Now, prepare the crunchy topping. Melt 2 tbsp butter in a small skillet on medium heat. Remove from the stove and whisk in 1/3 cups of the breadcrumbs.

Finally give this buttery topping over the Zucchini Stuffing Casserole. Bake it for 15-20 minutes in the oven at 380F until the top is golden brown.

What to do with leftovers?

Leftovers can be transformed into delicious new dishes with just a bit of creativity. For example, if you have leftover Zucchini Stuffing Casserole, you could repurpose it by slicing it into squares and pan-frying them until crispy to create savory bites.

Alternatively, you could incorporate the leftovers into a frittata or omelette for a hearty breakfast or brunch. Leftover roasted vegetables like zucchini can also be tossed into salads, blended into soups, or added to pasta dishes for a quick and easy meal.

The possibilities are endless when it comes to reinventing leftovers!

Other Zucchini Recipes to Try

• Zucchini Fries
• Fried Zucchini
• Zucchini Bake
• Zucchini Lasagna
• Zucchini Fritters

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Enjoy, Florian.