Zucchini Casserole with Red-Pepper Aioli

Vegetarian
Health score
19%
Zucchini Casserole with Red-Pepper Aioli
45 min.
4
1695kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and hearty vegetarian dish that’s perfect for any occasion? Look no further than this Zucchini Casserole with Red-Pepper Aioli! Ready in just 45 minutes, this enticing casserole will be a hit at your lunch gatherings, side dish offerings, or as a satisfying main course.

This recipe artfully combines the vibrant flavors of zucchini, savory tomatoes, and aromatic herbs, all layered with toasted Italian bread and melted mozzarella cheese. The hint of dried basil and thyme elevates the dish, creating a symphony of taste that dances on your palate. Plus, with the added decadence of the creamy Red-Pepper Aioli, each serving is a delightful experience that marries complex flavors with simple, wholesome ingredients.

The beauty of this recipe lies not only in its delightful flavor but also in its flexibility. You can enjoy it as a comforting side or a brilliant centerpiece to your lunch table, whether for a family meal or entertaining friends. With just 1695 calories for the entire dish serving four, you can indulge without guilt! Join the ranks of cooking enthusiasts who appreciate the ease and satisfaction of crafting this nutritious dish, and bring a vibrant touch to your dining experience!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • 36 ounces bread crumbs italian toasted cut ()
  • 0.5 teaspoon basil dried
  • 0.5 teaspoon thyme dried
  • 15.8 ounce fat-skimmed beef broth fat-free canned
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 29 ounce no salt added diced tomatoes diced undrained canned
  • teaspoons olive oil 
  • cups onion sliced
  • ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 0.3 cup bell pepper 
  • cups zucchini halved lengthwise thinly sliced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • casserole dish
  • colander

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 37
  2. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add onion; saut 15 minutes or until golden brown.
  4. Cut 2 bread slices into 1-inch cubes; set aside.
  5. Drain tomatoes in a colander over a bowl, reserving 1/2 cup liquid; discard remaining liquid.
  6. Place tomatoes in a medium bowl. Stir in basil, thyme, pepper, and garlic.
  7. Place 1/2 cup onion in the bottom of a 3-quart casserole dish coated with cooking spray. Arrange 2 bread slices, half of the remaining onion, half of the tomato mixture, half of the zucchini, and half of the cheese over onion in dish. Repeat layer; top with bread cubes.
  8. Pour 1/2 cup reserved tomato liquid and broth over casserole. Cover and bake at 375 for 30 minutes. Uncover casserole and bake an additional 25 minutes or until top begins to brown.
  9. Spoon 2 cups casserole into each of 4 shallow bowls; top each serving with 1 tablespoon Red-Pepper Aioli.
  10. Totals include Red-Pepper Aioli.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1695kcal
Protein9.2%
Fat53.68%
Carbs37.12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34
Glycemic Load
3.11
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
32.195217334706%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.08mg
Isorhamnetin
6.01mg
Kaempferol
0.79mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
25.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1695.35kcal
84.77%
Fat:102.03g
156.96%
Saturated Fat:55.18g
344.87%
Carbohydrates:158.76g
52.92%
Net Carbohydrates:144.44g
52.52%
Sugar:92.37g
102.64%
Cholesterol:36.29mg
12.1%
Sodium:1787.89mg
77.73%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:39.36g
78.72%
Vitamin B3:14.31mg
71.53%
Vitamin C:57.33mg
69.49%
Folate:233.63µg
58.41%
Fiber:14.32g
57.29%
Calcium:564.51mg
56.45%
Phosphorus:485.05mg
48.5%
Iron:8.6mg
47.76%
Potassium:1473.77mg
42.11%
Vitamin B2:0.67mg
39.43%
Vitamin B1:0.58mg
38.34%
Vitamin B6:0.64mg
31.84%
Manganese:0.58mg
29.08%
Magnesium:111.94mg
27.98%
Vitamin A:999.74IU
19.99%
Zinc:2.95mg
19.7%
Selenium:11.96µg
17.08%
Vitamin K:17.54µg
16.7%
Copper:0.29mg
14.35%
Vitamin E:2.07mg
13.82%
Vitamin B12:0.69µg
11.47%
Vitamin B5:0.8mg
8.04%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.13%
Source:My Recipes