Summertime Zucchini & Tomato Casserole Recipe

Name: Summertime Zucchini & Tomato Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 cup chopped sweet onion; 1 clove garlic, minced; 3 zucchini, sliced into 1/4 inch thick slices (about 1-1/2 pounds); 8 ounces sliced mushrooms; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon fresh dill, snipped or 1/2 teaspoon dried dill; 3 medium roma tomatoes, sliced about 1/4 inch thick; 1 cup grated cheddar cheese; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 cup fresh whole wheat bread crumbs; 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup chopped sweet onion
1 clove garlic, minced
3 zucchini, sliced into 1/4 inch thick slices (about 1-1/2 pounds)
8 ounces sliced mushrooms
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh dill, snipped or 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
3 medium roma tomatoes, sliced about 1/4 inch thick
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup fresh whole wheat bread crumbs
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Spray a 9 inch square pan with cooking spray, set aside.
3
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
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When hot, add onion, garlic and mushrooms and saute for about 3-4 minutes until starting to soften.
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Add sliced zucchini and saute about 5 minutes more.
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Zucchini should be slightly soft.
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Season with salt, black pepper and dill.
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Now for the layers: In the 9 inch square pan, place half of the zucchini mixture.
9
Place half of the tomatoes on the zucchini and sprinkle on half of the cheddar cheese.
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Add the rest of the zucchini.
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Then the rest of the tomatoes.
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Sprinkle with the rest of the cheddar cheese.
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In the same skillet you cooked the zucchini in: melt the butter.
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Add the bread crumbs and toss to coat with the butter.
15
Sprinkle the bread crumbs on top of the casserole.
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Sprinkle the parmesan on top of the bread crumbs.
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Bake in a 350 degree oven for 30- 40 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
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This is just delicious!
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The top gets crusty and the vegetables are tender.
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Enjoy!

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 cup chopped sweet onion, 1 clove garlic, minced, 3 zucchini, sliced into 1/4 inch thick slices (about 1-1/2 pounds), and more.

Yes, Summertime Zucchini & Tomato Casserole falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Summertime Zucchini & Tomato Casserole

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