Cheesy Corn Casserole with Zucchini
This Healthy Corn Casserole is loaded with veggies and topped with cheese for lots of flavor, nutrition, and wholesomeness.
Equipment
- mixing bowls
- rubber spatula
- measuring cups and spoons
- 10" x 8" casserole dish
- grater
- towel
- toothpick
Ingredients
- ½ cup cornmeal
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 cup full-fat Greek Yogurt
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- ½ 2% milk
- 15 oz whole kernel corn, drained and rinsed 1 can (or 1 1/2 cups fresh or thawed frozen corn)
- 2 cups grated zucchini, excess moisture squeezed out
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp honey
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, cilantro, or parsley, finely chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Preparation Time
- Start by preheating your oven to 350°F. Grease a 2 1/2 quart (10”x8”) casserole dish with cooking spray or a bit of unsalted butter.
Step 2: Prepare the Zucchini
- Grate the zucchini, then use a clean towel to squeeze any excess moisture. If using frozen zucchini, thaw it completely and drain off any excess liquid. This step is crucial to prevent the corn bake from becoming too watery.
Step 3: Wet Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the beaten eggs, full-fat Greek yogurt, olive oil (or melted coconut oil), 2% milk, and honey until smooth.
Step 4: Dry Ingredients
- In a medium bowl, combine the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and black pepper.
Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 6: Fold in the Corn Mixture
- Gently fold in the grated zucchini and whole-kernel corn (canned corn or fresh corn can be used). Mix until everything is well distributed.
Step 7: Pour and Top
- Pour the corn mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spread it out evenly and then sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese on top.
Step 8: Baking Time
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 9: Garnish and Serve
- After baking, garnish with freshly chopped green onion, cilantro, or parsley. Let the corn bake cool for about 10-15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 268kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 11gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 617mgPotassium: 248mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 241IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 157mgIron: 1mg
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