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Zucchini Rice Stuffing Casserole

Creamy Zucchini Rice Stuffing Casserole for Cozy Dinners

This Cheesy Zucchini Rice Stuffing Casserole is a rich, creamy favorite that's vegetarian-friendly, making it perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 2 cups Zucchini Diced; can substitute with yellow summer squash
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 1 cup Carrots Shredded
  • 3 cups Cooked White Rice Brown rice can be used for added fiber
  • 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup Can swap with cream of chicken for non-vegetarian version
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Can opt for light sour cream
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Shredded; sharp cheddar enhances the dish
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Topping
  • 1 package Seasoned Stuffing Mix Look for vegetarian-friendly options
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a 23x33 cm baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet, heat oil or butter, add zucchini, onion, and carrots, and sauté for 5–7 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine sautéed vegetables with rice, mushroom soup, sour cream, and cheddar cheese. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Spread the mixture evenly in the baking dish and sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top.
  5. Combine stuffing mix with melted butter, then spread evenly over the casserole.
  6. Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Add fresh herbs for flavor enhancement and feel free to freeze for meal prep.

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