Best 10 Baked Zucchini And Tomato Casserole Recipes

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If you're looking for a delectable and wholesome dish that combines the goodness of fresh zucchini and ripe tomatoes, look no further than this baked zucchini and tomato casserole. This vegetarian delight is a symphony of flavors, textures, and colors, making it a feast for both the eyes and the palate. With a crispy golden-brown top, a tender and juicy interior, and a medley of herbs and spices, this casserole is sure to tantalize your taste buds.

This recipe collection features a variety of baked zucchini and tomato casserole variations, each with its own unique twist. From a classic recipe that showcases the natural flavors of zucchini and tomatoes to a cheesy version that's loaded with mozzarella and Parmesan, and a spicy rendition that adds a kick of heat, there's a casserole here to suit every palate.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, these recipes are easy to follow and require minimal prep time. With simple ingredients that are readily available, you can whip up a delicious and satisfying casserole that's perfect for a weeknight dinner, a potluck gathering, or a special occasion. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BAKED ZUCCHINI AND TOMATO CASSEROLE RECIPE



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A great, low calorie casserole recipe for summer, this dish is delicious. Flavorful, yet light, it's a simple vegetable recipe that highlights the wonderful, natural flavor of zucchini and tomatoes.

Provided by Wendy

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large zucchini ((thinly sliced lengthwise))
4 large heirloom tomatoes ((sliced thinly))
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tbsp dried basil
1 tbsp dried oregano
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • In a small bowl, combine basil, oregano, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
  • Spray an 11 X 13 casserole pan with non-fat cooking spray.
  • Place a layer of zucchini slices along bottom of pan. Sprinkle lightly, but evenly with the seasoning mix. Then place a layer of tomatoes on. Repeat layers until all tomatoes and zucchinis have been used.
  • Cover loosely with foil and bake in oven for about 25 minutes.
  • Remove from oven, and top casserole with parmesan cheese and then the panko breadcrumbs. Lightly mist with olive oil mister or non-fat cooking spray.
  • Return to oven, uncovered, and bake for another 20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and top is crusty.
  • When done cooking, remove from oven and let stand 10 minutes. Cut into 4 equally sized pieces and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 kcal, Carbohydrate 17.3 g, Protein 8.6 g, Fat 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 171 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 7.9 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TOMATO ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE



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This recipe is always a hit. In fact, I usually have to double it, and still there are no leftovers. The crumb topping is flavored with bits of onion.-Alison Relkov, Cochrane, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon minced fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon minced fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
5 small zucchini, thinly sliced
1/4 cup butter, divided
2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first seven ingredients; set aside. In a large skillet, saute zucchini in 1 tablespoon of butter until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes; drain. Arrange the zucchini in a greased 8-in. square baking dish; sprinkle with half of the cheese mixture. Top with tomatoes and remaining cheese mixture., In a saucepan, saute onion in remaining butter until tender; add bread crumbs and toss to combine. Sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts :

TOMATO AND ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE



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Use up extra garden veggies to make this zucchini casserole. It's packed full of fresh summer flavors and it comes together in four easy steps. Wondering how to make zucchini casserole? Sauté your zucchini, then combine with tomatoes and basil in a baking dish. Top off your zucchini and tomato casserole with a crispy Parmesan and breadcrumb topping. Then bake and enjoy!

Provided by Pillsbury Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 lb medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch slices (about 7 cups)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
1 cup shredded Italian cheese blend (4 oz)
1/2 cup Progresso™ Italian style panko crispy bread crumbs
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Additional chopped fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add zucchini, salt and pepper; cook 7 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until crisp tender. Stir in garlic; cook 30 to 60 seconds or until fragrant. Remove from heat.
  • Add tomatoes and 1/4 cup basil to zucchini mixture, stirring to combine; transfer to baking dish. Top with Italian cheese blend.
  • In small bowl, mix bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese and remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Sprinkle on top of shredded cheese layer in baking dish. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until cheese is melted and vegetables are tender. Top with additional chopped fresh basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 420 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

LIGHT SPICY ZUCCHINI AND TOMATO CASSEROLE



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By quickly broiling the zucchini first, you can ensure all the pieces will be evenly cooked once they get baked with the tomato sauce.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds zucchini
Nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 red or green jalapeno, finely diced, seeded if desired
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
One 14.5-ounce can no-salt-added fire-roasted diced tomatoes
1/3 cup crumbled Cotija cheese
2 tablespoons roughly chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven broiler. Slice the zucchini on a sharp angle about 1/2-inch thick and place on a baking sheet lined with foil and nonstick cooking spray. Coat the zucchini with nonstick cooking spray and season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Broil, flipping once, until just golden, 6 to 8 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 425 degrees F.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a medium pot set over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and jalapeno and cook until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the chili powder, cumin and tomatoes. Continue to cook until the tomatoes are soft and the sauce is thickened, about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat, lightly mash with a fork and season with salt and pepper.
  • Coat an 8-inch square baking dish with cooking spray. Place about 1/2 of the zucchini in the bottom of the dish and top with 1/2 of the tomato sauce. Repeat the layers and cover with foil. Bake until bubbly and hot, about 20 minutes. Remove the foil, sprinkle with the cheese and continue to bake until the cheese is melted and lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes, sprinkle with the cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calorie, Fat 5 grams, SaturatedFat 2.5 grams, Cholesterol 10 milligrams, Sodium 350 milligrams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 8 grams

ZUCCHINI TOMATO BAKE



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This flavorful side makes the most of those bountiful tomatoes and zucchinis. Melted Swiss cheese and sour cream lend a touch of decadence to this healthy and appealing dish. - Tina Repak Mirilovich, Johnstown, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
3 medium zucchini (about 1 pound), shredded and patted dry
3 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 cup shredded reduced-fat Swiss cheese, divided
1/3 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the zucchini, tomatoes, 1/2 cup Swiss cheese, sour cream and seasonings; mix well., Transfer to an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and remaining Swiss cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 321mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ZUCCHINI AND TOMATO CASSEROLE



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A light, yummer summer dish with zucchini, tomato, and Romano cheese. Depending on your tastes and dietary restrictions, you can play with this recipe a lot. One of my favorite ways is to sprinkle cheese on the zucchini before adding the tomatoes.

Provided by ACSFRIEND

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 zucchini, cubed
3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill weed
ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon margarine, melted
2 large tomatoes, sliced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves
¾ cup grated Romano cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
  • Place zucchini in a pot fitted with a steamer basket over boiling water. Steam 5 minutes, or until tender but firm. Transfer to the casserole dish. Mix the dill, pepper, and margarine, and stir into the casserole dish, evenly coating zucchini. Layer tomato slices over zucchini, and sprinkle with basil and Romano cheese.
  • Bake 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until bubbly and golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79.9 calories, Carbohydrate 5.7 g, Cholesterol 11.6 mg, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 162.4 mg, Sugar 3 g

TOMATO ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE



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A simple vegetable dish that highlights the summer flavors of fresh tomatoes and zucchini. It goes great with grilled meats or poultry.

Provided by DELTAQUEEN50

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Summer Squash

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ cups grated Cheddar cheese
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
2 cloves garlic, minced
salt and pepper to taste
2 medium zucchinis, thinly sliced
5 plum tomatoes, thinly sliced
¼ cup butter
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
¾ cup fine bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly butter a 9x9-inch pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine Cheddar, Parmesan, oregano, basil, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper, and set aside.
  • Arrange half of the zucchini slices in the pan. Sprinkle 1/4 of the cheese and herb mixture on top. Arrange half of the tomatoes, and top with another 1/4 of the cheese mixture. Repeat layers.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in onions, and cook until soft and translucent. Stir in breadcrumbs; cook until they have absorbed the butter. Sprinkle on top of casserole.
  • Cover loosely with foil, and bake in a preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove foil, and bake until the top is crusty and the vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 459.9 calories, Carbohydrate 23.8 g, Cholesterol 90.9 mg, Fat 32.2 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 20.8 g, SaturatedFat 19.7 g, Sodium 953.6 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

BAKED ZUCCHINI WITH TOMATOES



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     easy

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 small zucchini, about 3/4 pound
3 ripe plum tomatoes, about 1/2 pound
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 medium-size green pepper, cored, seeded and coarsely chopped
1 cup finely chopped onions
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano, or 2 teaspoons dried
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
  • Trim off the ends of the zucchini and core the tomatoes. Cut each into 10 slices. Arrange them with edges slightly overlapping, alternating the zucchini and tomatoes in a baking dish. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • In a bowl, mix well the green pepper, onions, garlic, oregano and cheese.
  • Spread the mixture evenly over the zucchini and tomatoes, and sprinkle with oil.
  • Place in the oven and bake 20 to 25 minutes until the tops are lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 169, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 539 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams

LAYERED ZUCCHINI AND TOMATO BAKE



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Got this from a section in the paper that had ideas for things to do with tomatoes. It's not exactly a recipe in that it has no measures. The amounts I listed are just ballpark amounts to get the recipe idea to become public here.

Provided by Oolala

Categories     Cheese

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 -3 fresh tomatoes, sliced
2 -3 large zucchini, sliced into coins
2 tablespoons olive oil, to brush the veggies
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon basil (to taste)
salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • You can use any amounts you like but this is what you do: oil a shallow baking dish and cover the bottom of the dish with alternating slices of zucchini and tomato.
  • Mix the olive oil and herbs together and brush this generously over the slices arramged in the baking dish.
  • Add salt and pepper.
  • Sprinkle the top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and bake until cooked through, about 15 minutes or so, check so the cheese doesn't burn.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.5, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 5.5, Sodium 111.7, Carbohydrate 7.8, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 5.7, Protein 4.9

BAKED ZUCCHINI AND TOMATOE CASSEROLE RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Baked Zucchini and Tomatoe Casserole Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by á-48

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 large zucchini, thinly sliced lengthwise
4 large tomatoes, thinly sliced
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 cup Parmesan cheese
1 pkg (12 oz) shredded cheese (mozzerella, swiss, or cheddar)
1 tbsp bail
1 tbsp oregano
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp thyme
dash red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. 1. In small bowl combine basil thru pepper flakes and set aside. 2. Spray 11 x 13 pan with cooking spray. 3. Place a layer of zucchini along bottom of pan. 4. Sprinkle lightly with seasoning mix. 5. Sprinkle with shredded & Parmesan cheese (not all of it) 6. Place layer of tomatoes, 7. Repeat layers until all ingredients (zucchini & tomatoes are used). 8. Top off with cheeses. 9. Sprinkle Panko breadcrumbs over top. 10. Cover loosely with foil and bake 25 minutes. 11. Uncover and bake another 20 minutes or till cheese it melted and top is crusty. 12. Remove from oven and let sit 10 minutes.

Tips:

  • Choose Fresh Vegetables: Use fresh zucchini and tomatoes that are firm and ripe. Fresh vegetables will ensure a more flavorful casserole.
  • Slice Evenly: Slice the zucchini and tomatoes evenly so that they cook evenly in the casserole.
  • Season Well: Don't be shy with the seasonings! Use a generous amount of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning to give the casserole plenty of flavor.
  • Use a Good Cheese: The type of cheese you use will have a big impact on the flavor of the casserole. Use a cheese that melts well and has a good flavor, such as mozzarella, cheddar, or Parmesan.
  • Don't Overcook: Zucchini and tomatoes can easily become overcooked, so keep an eye on the casserole while it's baking. The casserole is done when the vegetables are tender but still have a slight bite to them.
  • Serve Immediately: Baked zucchini and tomato casserole is best served immediately out of the oven. The casserole will lose its texture and flavor if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

Baked zucchini and tomato casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer meal. The casserole is packed with fresh vegetables and is full of flavor. It's also a great way to use up any extra zucchini or tomatoes you have on hand. Serve the casserole with a side of salad or bread for a complete meal.

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