Vegetable Casserole

This Vegetable Casserole is a comforting dish packed with wholesome vegetables and a creamy, cheesy topping. Perfect for a cozy dinner, it's easy to prepare and full of flavor.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, grated
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Spinach - 100 grams, fresh
• Mushrooms - 100 grams, sliced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Vegetable broth - 100 ml
• Heavy cream - 100 ml
• Cheddar cheese - 100 grams, shredded
• Breadcrumbs - 30 grams
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent.
3. Add the sliced zucchini, diced bell pepper, grated carrot, and sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
4. Stir in the fresh spinach, vegetable broth, heavy cream, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts.
5. Transfer the vegetable mixture into a greased 1.5-liter baking dish. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
6. In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the cheese layer.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
8. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 28 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.
• Contains fiber which aids in digestion and promotes satiety.

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