Herbed Veggie Casserole

Delight your taste buds with this irresistibly flavorful Herbed Veggie Casserole, a comforting yet wholesome dish packed with vibrant zucchini, yellow squash, crisp carrots, and tender broccoli florets. Tossed in a fragrant blend of olive oil, minced garlic, and fresh herbs like parsley, thyme, and rosemary, these nutrient-rich vegetables are layered with gooey mozzarella cheese and topped with a golden, buttery crust of Parmesan and Panko breadcrumbs. Perfect for weeknight dinners or as a crowd-pleasing side dish, this casserole combines simple ingredients with elevated flavors for a meal that's equal parts satisfying and nutritious. Ready in just an hour and serving six, it’s an easy, oven-baked masterpiece your family will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 medium Zucchini
• 2 medium Yellow squash
• 2 large Carrot
• 2 cups Broccoli florets
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 teaspoons Minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon Fresh rosemary leaves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 cups Panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with a small amount of olive oil or cooking spray.

Step 2

Thinly slice the zucchini, yellow squash, and carrots into rounds approximately 1/4-inch thick. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced zucchini, yellow squash, carrots, and broccoli florets.

Step 4

Drizzle the olive oil over the vegetables. Add the minced garlic, parsley, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Toss the veggies thoroughly to ensure even coating.

Step 5

Spread the seasoned vegetables in the prepared casserole dish, arranging them in an even layer.

Step 6

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the vegetables.

Step 7

In a small bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese and Panko breadcrumbs.

Step 8

Melt the unsalted butter in a microwave or saucepan and drizzle it over the breadcrumb mixture. Stir to coat evenly.

Step 9

Spread the breadcrumb mixture over the cheese layer, ensuring an even distribution.

Step 10

Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 11

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crispy.

Step 12

Allow the casserole to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1388.3 grams (1388.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1527

Total Fat 105.60g	135%
Saturated Fat 43.30g	217%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.60g
Cholesterol 182mg	61%
Sodium 7971mg	347%
Total Carbohydrate 92.00g	33%
Dietary Fiber 17.40g	62%
Total Sugars 47.70g
Protein 63.80g	128%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1557mg	120%
Iron 7mg	40%
Potassium 2184mg	46%

*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: 60.4%

Protein: 16.2%

Carbs: 23.4%