Healthy Vegetable Casserole Recipe

Here’s a Healthy Vegetable Casserole recipe that’s wholesome, colorful, and loaded with flavor — no heavy cream, just nutrient-rich veggies, herbs, and a light cheese topping. It’s perfect as a vegetarian main or a hearty side dish.

🥦 Healthy Vegetable Casserole

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 medium onion, chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 medium carrots, sliced thin

• 1 red bell pepper, chopped

• 1 zucchini, chopped or sliced

• 1 yellow squash, chopped

• 1 cup broccoli florets

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (or 1 can diced tomatoes, drained)

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• 1/2 tsp salt, to taste

• 1/4 tsp black pepper

• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or basil (optional)

• 3 eggs

• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or low-fat cottage cheese

• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or part-skim cheese of choice

• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. Sauté vegetables:

   • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

   • Add onion and garlic, cook 2–3 minutes until softened.

   • Add carrots, bell pepper, zucchini, squash, and broccoli. Cook for 5–7 minutes, until just tender.

   • Stir in tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook 2 more minutes, then remove from heat.

3. Make the creamy egg mixture:

   • In a bowl, whisk together eggs and Greek yogurt (or cottage cheese).

   • Stir in half the shredded cheese.

4. Combine and assemble:

   • Stir sautéed veggies into the egg mixture.

   • Pour the mixture into the baking dish.

   • Sprinkle with remaining cheese and optional Parmesan.

5. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the casserole is set and lightly golden on top.

6. Cool slightly, garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve.

💡 Tips & Variations:

• Add grains: Stir in 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice before baking.

• Make it vegan: Use a flax egg mixture (3 tbsp flaxseed + 6 tbsp water) and dairy-free yogurt and cheese.

• Boost protein: Add chickpeas or lentils.

• Spice it up: Add red pepper flakes or smoked paprika.

Would you like this recipe meal-prep friendly, low-carb, or with a crunchy topping like whole grain breadcrumbs or seeds?