Yummy Veggie Casserole

Get ready to fall in love with comfort food that's as nourishing as it is delicious with this Yummy Veggie Casserole! Packed with vibrant broccoli, cauliflower, zucchini, carrots, and a flavorful blend of onions and garlic, this hearty dish combines wholesome vegetables with the creamy richness of heavy cream and melted cheddar cheese. Toasted breadcrumbs add the perfect crunch on top, while protein-packed quinoa makes it a more satisfying and nutritious meal. Seasoned with Italian herbs and baked to golden perfection, this quick-prep veggie casserole is ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Serve as a side dish or a stand-alone vegetarian entrée that’s sure to please everyone at the table!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 2 cups cauliflower florets
• 2 medium zucchini
• 2 medium carrots
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 2 cups cooked quinoa
• 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cups bread crumbs
• 1 tablespoon butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

Steam the broccoli and cauliflower florets for 5-7 minutes until they are tender but still crisp. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

Slice the zucchini and carrots thinly. Dice the yellow onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Add the sliced zucchini and carrots to the skillet, and cook for another 5 minutes. Season with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sautéed vegetables, steamed broccoli and cauliflower, cooked quinoa, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, and the grated Parmesan cheese. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Pour the heavy cream into the vegetable mixture and stir until evenly coated.

Step 8

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of cheddar cheese over the top.

Step 9

Combine the bread crumbs with melted butter in a small bowl and sprinkle the mixture evenly over the cheesy layer.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the bread crumbs are golden brown.

Step 11

Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1953.6 grams (1953.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2977

Total Fat 197.80g	254%
Saturated Fat 104.90g	525%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 495mg	165%
Sodium 8647mg	376%
Total Carbohydrate 196.40g	71%
Dietary Fiber 30.80g	110%
Total Sugars 51.90g
Protein 99.00g	198%

Vitamin D 2IU	11%
Calcium 2097mg	161%
Iron 14mg	77%
Potassium 2836mg	60%

*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: 60.1%

Protein: 13.4%

Carbs: 26.5%