Festive Vegetable Kugel

Bring a touch of tradition and vibrant flavor to your holiday table with this Festive Vegetable Kugel! Packed with a colorful medley of shredded zucchini, carrots, and sweet potato, this kugel is elevated by the aromatic notes of fresh parsley, dill, and a hint of nutmeg. Bound together with eggs, matzo meal, and a drizzle of olive oil, this classic Jewish dish is baked to golden perfection, delivering a savory, crisp-topped casserole that's both hearty and wholesome. Perfect as a side dish for Passover, Hanukkah, or any family gathering, this vegetable kugel is easy to prepare, naturally gluten-free, and pairs beautifully with roasted meats or a fresh green salad. Whether you're hosting dinner or meal prepping for the week, this kugel is a comforting, satisfying addition to any menu.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 medium, shredded zucchini
• 3 medium, shredded carrots
• 1 large, peeled and shredded sweet potato
• 1 medium, finely diced onion
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 4 large eggs
• 0.5 cups matzo meal
• 0.25 cups, chopped fresh parsley
• 0.25 cups, chopped fresh dill
• 0.25 cups olive oil
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0 cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Grease a 9x13-inch (22x33 cm) baking dish with cooking spray or a light coating of olive oil.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine the shredded zucchini, carrots, sweet potato, and diced onion.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic, chopped parsley, and dill to the vegetable mixture and stir to combine.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and ground nutmeg.

Step 6

Stir the matzo meal into the egg mixture until fully incorporated.

Step 7

Pour the egg mixture over the vegetable mixture and stir until everything is well combined and evenly coated.

Step 8

Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly and pressing it down slightly with a spatula to ensure it's compact.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the kugel is set in the center.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1185.5 grams (1185.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1492

Total Fat 85.70g	110%
Saturated Fat 17.40g	87%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.10g
Cholesterol 749mg	250%
Sodium 6000mg	261%
Total Carbohydrate 139.50g	51%
Dietary Fiber 17.50g	63%
Total Sugars 48.70g
Protein 41.80g	84%

Vitamin D 164IU	820%
Calcium 373mg	29%
Iron 10mg	54%
Potassium 2528mg	54%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.5%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 37.3%