Description
A flavorful and healthy Zucchini Potato Bake that combines thinly sliced zucchini and russet potatoes with garlic, onion, bell pepper, and a crispy topping of nutritional yeast and bread crumbs. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect as a summery side dish for BBQs, potlucks, or weeknight dinners, baked until golden and tender.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 3 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
- 3 large russet potatoes, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
- 1 small red or yellow onion, diced
- 1 small red or green bell pepper, diced
- 3 small garlic cloves, minced
Other Ingredients
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¾ cup nutritional yeast
- ½ cup dry bread crumbs
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the casserole evenly.
- Prepare Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, diced onion, bell pepper, thinly sliced zucchini, thinly sliced potatoes, nutritional yeast, bread crumbs, salt, and pepper. Toss everything well until the mixture is evenly coated with oil and seasonings.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the vegetable and topping mixture into a 9×13-inch casserole dish, spreading it evenly to promote uniform cooking and browning.
- Bake First Phase: Place the casserole uncovered in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes to allow the vegetables to start softening and the topping to begin crisping.
- Stir and Continue Baking: After 30 minutes, carefully stir the casserole to mix the ingredients and redistribute the topping. Return it to the oven and bake for an additional 30 minutes, monitoring closely during the last 10 minutes to avoid burning and ensure a golden crust develops.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes to set before serving, allowing the flavors to meld and making it easier to portion.
Notes
- This easy zucchini potato bake is quick to prepare and packed with flavor, making it perfect for saving time.
- It is a versatile dish that you can customize with your favorite herbs, spices, or cheese if not vegan.
- Ideal as a summery side dish for BBQs, potlucks, or casual weeknight dinners.
- Keep an eye on the casserole during the final baking phase to prevent the topping from burning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 231 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 68 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
