italian zucchini cheese casserole by sharon

(1 RATING)
74 Pinches
Louisville, KY
Updated on Jul 12, 2013

I wrote this down on a piece of paper years ago. It was among a bunch of recipes, that I had not tried yet. But, since have made it. It is very tasty & yet low calorie. It is in layers-- reminiscent of lasagna.

prep time 45 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Bake
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • - cooking spray
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 medium zucchini squash, sliced
  • 1/2 cup onion, chopped
  • - salt and pepper
  • 1 pound low-fat cottage cheese or alternative*
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)-(my addition)
  • 2-3 medium fresh tomatoes, peeled and sliced
  • 1/3 cup parmesan cheese or alternative, grated* (and/or mozzerella)*
  • - *to make vegan

How To Make italian zucchini cheese casserole by sharon

  • Step 1
    Preheat oven to 350°, and spray a 2 qt. casserole dish, with cooking spray.
  • Step 2
    Saute zucchini and onion in oil, in large skillet. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Step 3
    Whip cottage cheese with basil, oregano and minced garlic in a blender.
  • Step 4
    In prepared casserole dish, place alternating layers or zucchini, cottage cheese and tomato slices.
  • Step 5
    Top with Parmesan cheese. Bake, uncovered for 25-30 minutes. Makes 6 servings at 130 calories per each serving.

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Culture: Italian
Category: Casseroles
Diet: Vegan
Keyword: #Onion
Keyword: #Garlic
Keyword: #cheesy
Keyword: #zucchini
Keyword: #tomatoes
Keyword: #herbs
Ingredient: Vegetable
Method: Bake

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