Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini, sliced or cut into half-moons
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan (optional)
- 1 tbsp butter or olive oil for the baking dish
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
 Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with butter or olive oil.
- Slice the zucchini into bite-size pieces. If very watery, lightly salt them and let sit for 10 minutes, then pat dry.
- In a bowl, whisk together sour cream, heavy cream, eggs, garlic, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
- Add the zucchini and ½ cup cheddar + ¼ cup mozzarella. Mix gently until coated.
- Transfer to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and mozzarella over the top. Add Parmesan if using.
- Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is golden and bubbling.
- For a darker, crispier top, broil for 1–2 minutes while watching carefully.
- Rest for 5–10 minutes, then garnish with parsley and serve.
 Quick Tips
- Don’t overcook the zucchini or the casserole can become watery.
- For extra flavor, add cooked bacon, diced onion, or red pepper flakes.
- For a firmer casserole, squeeze excess moisture from the zucchini before mixing.
- Letting it rest before serving helps the creamy sauce set.
 Approx. Nutrition
Per serving (1/6, using full-fat dairy):
- Calories: ~300
- Protein: ~13 g
- Carbohydrates: ~9 g
- Fat: ~24 g
- Fiber: ~2 g
- Sugar: ~5 g
- Calcium: ~300 mg
Nutrition is approximate and varies with the brands and exact amounts used.
Sara Mitchell is an expert restaurant content creator who writes easy-to-read guides about CAVA and other Mediterranean fast-casual chains in the United States. She covers locations, menus, prices, and hours, making it simple for visitors to find nearby restaurants and what to order quickly.
With years of experience in restaurant research and local SEO, Sara creates accurate, user-friendly guides that work for both people and search engines. Her goal is to help users go from search results to their nearest restaurant or menu choice with as few clicks as possible.
With years of experience in restaurant research and local SEO, Sara creates accurate, user-friendly guides that work for both people and search engines. Her goal is to help users go from search results to their nearest restaurant or menu choice with as few clicks as possible.
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