Best 5 Zucchini Casserole With Mint And Parsley Recipes

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Zucchini casserole with mint and parsley is a delightful dish that combines the flavors of fresh summer produce with aromatic herbs for a side dish or main course that can be enjoyed by all. Whether you are looking for an easy weeknight meal or a dish to impress your guests, this casserole has something to offer everyone. Made with simple ingredients and a variety of herbs, this recipe is a great way to enjoy the flavors of the season and get your daily dose of vegetables.

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ZUCCHINI WITH MINT AND PARSLEY



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This recipe came from the Food Network website. I've tried it with a variety of fresh herbs, including oregano, basil and thyme, with good results. It may seem like a lot of herbs when you first add them, but they cook down. I serve with grilled chicken and tomato salsa with pita bread.

Provided by Philreb Wright

Categories     Vegetable

Time 19m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 small zucchini (about 1 1/2 pounds)
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup of fresh mint, chopped
1/2 cup flat leaf parsley, chopped
kosher salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Cut zucchini into 1/4-inch slices.
  • Add oil, garlic, and zucchini to pan and saute 7 to 8 minutes, turning occasionally with a firm shake of the skillet, until zucchini are just tender.
  • Add mint, parsley, salt, and pepper, and cook 1 minute longer.
  • Remove from heat and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117, Fat 10.4, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 18.3, Carbohydrate 5.7, Fiber 2, Sugar 2.1, Protein 2

ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE



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Zucchini is easily overlooked, but with the addition of melty cheese and a crunchy cornflake topping, you can transform this summer vegetable into a perfect casserole for a barbeque or potluck. Switch out the herbs with what you have on hand--chives, thyme, basil and cilantro would all work well and add great flavor!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter
4 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch-thick rounds (about 2 1/2 pounds)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 yellow bell pepper, diced
1/2 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup sour cream
4 large eggs
8 ounces shredded Cheddar (about 2 cups)
1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 cups cornflakes
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce, such as Tabasco

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Put a large colander inside a large bowl.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add one-third of the zucchini to the skillet, arrange in a single later and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper. Cook, tossing occasionally, until the zucchini begins to soften and is golden brown in spots, about 5 minutes. Transfer to the prepared colander. Repeat to cook remaining zucchini in 2 more batches, using 2 tablespoons of butter and sprinkling with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper for each batch. Transfer each batch to the colander.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the same skillet along with the bell pepper and onion and cook, stirring occasionally and scraping up any brown bits with a wooden spoon, until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Let cool for 5 minutes, then fold into the zucchini. Transfer the mixture to a 2-quart casserole dish.
  • Whisk together the sour cream, eggs, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper in a large bowl. Fold in the Cheddar, parsley and Italian seasoning. Pour over the zucchini mixture, making sure that some of the egg mixture sinks down to the bottom.
  • Microwave the remaining 1 tablespoon butter in a medium bowl until melted. Fold in the cornflakes and hot sauce. Sprinkle evenly over the top of the casserole. Bake until the eggs are set and the cornflakes are deeply golden, 30 to 35 minutes. Let sit for 10 minutes before serving.

ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE WITH MINT AND PARSLEY



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This dish was inspired by 2 enormous zucchinis given to us by our neighbors. When split in half they were too large for my deep lasagna casserole dish! After reading several different recipes, I opted to try for a variation on my stuffed bell pepper recipe and the result was heavenly. Granddaughters 4 and 8 asked for seconds! This recipe can also be vegetarian; just omit the meat.

Provided by Bubbe

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 zucchini, halved lengthwise
¼ cup olive oil
3 sweet onions, chopped
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
1 cup short-grain white rice
1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained and juice reserved
1 cup water, or more as needed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, or more to taste
1 cup chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons Chardonnay wine
½ (14 ounce) package little smoked sausages, diced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease the inside of a casserole dish.
  • Scoop pulp from the center of each zucchini half, leaving a 1/2-inch deep shell. Chop pulp and reserve. Place zucchini shells in a pot of lightly salted water; bring to a boil. Cook until zucchini are slightly tender, about 5 minutes. Drain and arrange zucchini in bottom of prepared casserole dish.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onions and zucchini pulp until onions are softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper. Add rice and reserved juice from canned tomatoes; cook until liquid is nearly evaporated, stirring regularly, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes and stir to combine.
  • Stir water in 1/2 cup increments into rice mixture until rice has absorbed all the water and is almost tender, 10 to 15 more minutes. Add mint, parsley, wine, and sausages; cook until heated through and rice is tender, adding additional water if needed, 5 to 10 minutes. Spoon rice mixture over zucchini halves in casserole dish.
  • Bake casserole in preheated oven until zucchini are tender, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.8 calories, Carbohydrate 24.5 g, Cholesterol 15.4 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 491.7 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

TOMATO AND ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE WITH CRISP CHEDDAR TOPPING



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This casserole is a modern twist on an old favorite, the tomato-zucchini bake. But instead of a Parmesan and bread-crumb topping, this one is covered in a savory oat and Cheddar crumble that crisps and browns in the oven. Dollops of garlicky, herbed ricotta make the casserole wonderfully rich and creamy, while olives liven it up with their salty tang. This is equally good warm or at room temperature, preferably served within four hours of baking so the topping stays crunchy. Or you could make it the night before and reheat it in a 375-degree oven until bubbling. It makes an excellent side dish or meatless main course.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, casseroles, main course

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

5 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed, more for buttering casserole dish
1 1/2 cups whole milk ricotta
1/2 cup fresh basil or mint leaves
2 garlic cloves, finely grated or minced
2 1/2 pounds tomatoes, cut into 1 1/2-inch wedges
1 pound slim zucchini, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon fine sea salt, more as needed
1/2 cup high-quality pitted black olives, roughly chopped
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh chopped oregano or marjoram
3/4 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
Pinch cayenne pepper
Extra-virgin olive oil, as needed

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees and butter a 9- by 13-inch casserole dish or 2-quart gratin dish.
  • In a food processor or blender, purée the ricotta, basil and garlic.
  • Toss tomatoes, zucchini and 1 teaspoon salt in casserole to combine, then spread into an even layer. Dollop with ricotta mixture and scatter olives evenly across the top.
  • In a medium bowl, combine flour, oats, cheese, oregano or marjoram, lemon zest, cayenne and a large pinch of salt. Use your fingertips to work in the 5 tablespoons butter; you should end up with small clumps. Scatter clumps over vegetables, then drizzle liberally with olive oil.
  • Bake until golden and bubbly, 35 to 45 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 300, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 444 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SPAGHETTI WITH ZUCCHINI AND MINT



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Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, quick, pastas, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Salt to taste
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 or 4 small zucchini, about a pound, washed, trimmed and cut into slices 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 eggs
1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
1 pound spaghetti, linguine or other long pasta
1/2 cup roughly chopped mint, parsley or basil

Steps:

  • Salt a large pot of water, and bring it to a boil over high heat. Put the olive oil into a 10- or 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. A minute later, add the zucchini, and cook, stirring only occasionally, until very tender and lightly browned, 10 to 15 minutes. Season with a little salt and a lot of pepper.
  • Beat the eggs and 1/2 cup of the cheese together. Add the pasta to the boiling water, and cook until it is tender but firm. When it is done, drain it, and combine it immediately with the egg-and-cheese mixture, tossing until the egg is cooked. Add the zucchini, and toss again. Taste, and add more salt and pepper if necessary.
  • Toss in the herb, and serve immediately, passing the remaining cheese at the table.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 677, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 91 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 29 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 695 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, firm zucchini. Avoid zucchini that is bruised or has soft spots.
  • Shred the zucchini using a box grater or food processor. This will help the zucchini cook evenly.
  • Squeeze the excess moisture out of the zucchini before adding it to the casserole. This will help prevent the casserole from being watery.
  • Use a variety of cheeses in the casserole. This will add flavor and richness.
  • Bake the casserole until it is golden brown and bubbly. This will ensure that the casserole is cooked through.
  • Serve the casserole hot or cold. It is also delicious served as a side dish or main course.

Conclusion:

Zucchini casserole is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover zucchini. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a zucchini casserole recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you have a surplus of zucchini, give one of these recipes a try!

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