Summer Vegetable Casserole

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
13%
Summer Vegetable Casserole
45 min.
12
101kcal

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As the sun beams down and the vibrant colors of summer produce fill your local farmer's market, there’s no better way to celebrate the season than with a delightful Summer Vegetable Casserole. Perfectly gluten-free and dairy-free, this dish captures the essence of summer with its layered medley of fresh vegetables. It’s a nourishing side that complements any meal or can even stand alone as a wholesome snack, making it a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire.

Imagine the delightful combination of tender eggplant, juicy tomatoes, and crisp green peppers interspersed with the hearty goodness of yellow squash and zucchini. The interplay of flavors is enhanced by a touch of sweetness from brown sugar, creating a beautifully balanced dish that pleases the palate and nourishes the body. With only 101 calories per serving, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that you can enjoy without hesitation.

This casserole is not only easy to prepare, requiring just 45 minutes of your time, but it also generously serves 12 people, making it ideal for gatherings, potlucks, or family meals. Whether you're an experienced cook or just embarking on your culinary journey, this recipe will inspire you to embrace the bounty of summer's produce and share the love of wholesome, delicious food with those around you. Get your baking pan ready, and let’s create a dish that’s sure to be a favorite addition to your summer dining!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup brown sugar packed
  • tablespoons butter 
  • small eggplant peeled sliced
  • large bell pepper green seeded sliced
  • large onion sliced
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.5 cup rice uncooked
  • teaspoons salt 
  • large tomatoes peeled sliced
  • medium size to 3 sized squashes yellow sliced
  • medium zucchini sliced

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Combine brown sugar, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  2. Place rice in bottom of a lightly greased 13- x 9- x 2-inch baking dish.
  3. Layer eggplant, onion, squash, zucchini, green pepper, and tomato in baking dish; sprinkle brown sugar mixture over each layer. Dot with butter. Cover tightly, and bake at 350 for 1 1/2 hours or until rice and vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts

Calories101kcal
Protein9.85%
Fat19.47%
Carbs70.68%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.43
Glycemic Load
5.17
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
8.5704347792527%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
32.71mg
Naringenin
0.21mg
Luteolin
0.65mg
Isorhamnetin
0.63mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
3.35mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:101.44kcal
5.07%
Fat:2.34g
3.6%
Saturated Fat:0.5g
3.14%
Carbohydrates:19.12g
6.37%
Net Carbohydrates:16.02g
5.83%
Sugar:9.76g
10.85%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:419.36mg
18.23%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.67g
5.33%
Vitamin C:34.01mg
41.23%
Manganese:0.43mg
21.34%
Vitamin B6:0.3mg
15.18%
Potassium:474.86mg
13.57%
Fiber:3.1g
12.42%
Vitamin A:592.19IU
11.84%
Folate:43.36µg
10.84%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.68%
Vitamin K:8.51µg
8.11%
Magnesium:31.01mg
7.75%
Phosphorus:69.75mg
6.98%
Copper:0.13mg
6.71%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.06%
Vitamin B3:1.1mg
5.49%
Vitamin B5:0.43mg
4.26%
Iron:0.7mg
3.89%
Zinc:0.54mg
3.59%
Vitamin E:0.53mg
3.54%
Calcium:33.17mg
3.32%
Selenium:1.6µg
2.28%
Source:My Recipes