Description
This Zucchini Potato Bake is a flavorful and hearty vegetable casserole perfect for a summery side dish. Combining thinly sliced zucchini and russet potatoes with diced onions, bell peppers, and a crispy topping of nutritional yeast and bread crumbs, this dish offers a savory, cheesy flavor without any dairy. Baked until golden and tender, it’s easy to prepare and ideal for BBQs, potlucks, or weeknight dinners.
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
For the Bake
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 3 small garlic cloves, minced
- ¾ cup nutritional yeast
- ½ cup dry bread crumbs
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius) to get it ready for baking the casserole.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, add the olive oil, minced garlic, diced onion, diced bell pepper, sliced zucchini, sliced potatoes, nutritional yeast, bread crumbs, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together until all the vegetables and toppings are evenly coated with the oil and seasonings.
- Transfer to casserole dish: Pour the mixture into a 9×13-inch casserole dish, spreading it out evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
- Bake first half: Place the casserole uncovered in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes to start softening the vegetables and crisping the topping.
- Stir and continue baking: Carefully remove the casserole from the oven and gently stir the mixture to redistribute ingredients. Return it to the oven and bake uncovered for another 30 minutes. Monitor closely in the final 10 minutes to prevent burning and ensure a golden crust forms.
- Rest and serve: Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes to set before serving warm.
Notes
- This zucchini potato bake is quick and easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or gatherings.
- You can customize the toppings by adding your favorite herbs or spices such as thyme, rosemary, or paprika for added flavor.
- For a vegan and dairy-free alternative, this dish uses nutritional yeast instead of cheese to achieve a savory, cheesy taste.
- Keep an eye during the last 10 minutes of baking to avoid burning the breadcrumbs on top.
- Serve as a hearty side dish for BBQs, potlucks, or family dinners.
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
