Zucchini Tomato Casserole with Vanilla Extract (Alcohol-Free) Topping
Zucchini Tomato Casserole with Vanilla Extract (Alcohol-Free) Topping is a delightful dish that beautifully combines fresh zucchini and ripe tomatoes. This hearty casserole is perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, featuring layers of savory cheeses and a crunchy topping that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Whether served as a main vegetarian course or a side dish, this recipe is both comforting and nutritious, making it a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 zucchini squash (sliced thin)
- 4–5 tomatoes (sliced)
- 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.75 cup fine bread crumbs (with vanilla extract)
- 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×9 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, pepper, basil, and oregano.
- Layer sliced zucchini at the bottom of the dish and top with one-quarter of the cheese mixture.
- Add sliced tomatoes and sprinkle another quarter of the cheese on top.
- Repeat layering zucchini, tomatoes, and cheese until all ingredients are used.
- Mix melted butter with bread crumbs and sprinkle over the final layer.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; then remove foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Let stand for 5 minutes before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg