Cheesy Zucchini Rice Casserole: The Best Comfort Dish You’ll Love
Discover the delightful combination of cheesy goodness and zucchini in this comforting rice casserole that will become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 2 cups shredded zucchini
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine cooked rice, zucchini, cheddar cheese, cream of mushroom soup, onion, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly and golden on top.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding chopped cooked bacon or herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Cheesy Zucchini Rice and Stuffing Casserole