Best 6 Mediterranean Vegetable Casserole Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean with our tantalizing Mediterranean Vegetable Casserole. This vibrant dish is a symphony of flavors and colors, featuring an array of fresh vegetables bathed in a savory tomato sauce. The medley of bell peppers, zucchini, eggplant, and potatoes is complemented by aromatic herbs, tangy capers, and the briny delight of olives. As the casserole bakes, the vegetables caramelize, creating a delightful textural contrast to the soft and juicy interiors. Indulge in this hearty and satisfying vegetarian main course, perfect for a wholesome family meal or a delightful dinner party. Our recipe offers variations for a vegan version and alternative cooking methods, ensuring everyone can savor the Mediterranean sunshine in a casserole. Don't miss out on the additional recipes included in the article, such as the delectable Mediterranean Vegetable Soup, the refreshing Mediterranean Chickpea Salad, and the irresistible Mediterranean Grilled Vegetables, each a testament to the culinary artistry of the region.

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

MEDITERRANEAN VEGETABLE CASSEROLE



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I created this recipe on a day when I had very few ingredients to work with. If you like, you can add any type of meat to this casserole. -Stephanie Howard, Oakland, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup uncooked penne pasta
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
1/4 cup marinated quartered artichoke hearts, drained
1/4 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and thinly sliced
1/4 cup Greek olives, pitted and halved
2 tablespoons chopped red onion
1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients., Drain pasta; toss with sauce mixture. Transfer to a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 903mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

VEGETARIAN EGG CASSEROLE



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Looking for the perfect make-ahead breakfast casserole? This delicious and healthy vegetarian egg casserole may just be the ticket! Prepared Mediterranean-style with vegetables, shallots, fresh herbs and other Mediterranean favorites like feta, olives, and artichoke hearts, it is loaded with flavor and texture. This egg casserole is versatile, and you can make it your own by changing up the veggies or even adding a meat of your choice. Be sure to grab my tips and freezing instructions!

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 17

7 to 8 large eggs
1 1/2 cups milk (I used 2% milk)
1/2 tsp baking powder
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 tsp dry oregano
1 tsp sweet paprika
1/4 tsp nutmeg
3 slices bread (toast), cut into 1/2 inch pieces (use whole grain bread for Mediterranean diet option)
2 shallots, thinly sliced
1 tomato, small diced
3 oz sliced mushrooms (any kind), optional
4 oz artichoke hearts from a can, drained and quartered
2 oz pitted kalamata olives, sliced
2 to 3 oz crumbled feta cheese
1 oz chopped fresh parsley (about 1 cup loosely packed)
Extra virgin olive oil (I used Private Reserve Greek olive oil)
1 bell pepper (any color), sliced into rounds

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees F and adjust an oven rack to the middle
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, baking powder, salt, pepper, and spices.
  • To the egg mixture, add the bread pieces, shallots, tomatoes, mushrooms, artichoke hearts, kalmata olives, feta and parsley. Mix until everything is well combined.
  • Lightly brush a 9" x 13" casserole dish with extra virgin olive oil. Transfer the egg and vegetable mixture into the casserole dish and spread evenly. Arrange the bell pepper slices on top.
  • Place the egg casserole on the middle rack of your heated oven and bake for about 35 to 45 minutes or until the eggs are cooked through and the center of the casserole looks firm (test with a toothpick or a fork).
  • Allow a few minutes for the casserole to settle before cutting throgh and serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories, Sugar 2.1 g, Sodium 205.8 mg, Fat 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 11.5 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 7 g, Cholesterol 112.7 mg

MEDITERRANEAN CASSEROLE



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Whether you're on a diet or just like to eat Italian cooking with flavor, this is the perfect choice for you. In Italy it is usually served after an entree, but can also be eaten as a main dish with a tossed salad.

Provided by Bellissima

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound potatoes
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 (4.375 ounce) cans sardines, drained
½ pound cherry tomatoes, diced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon dried basil
2 tablespoons bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain. Cover with cold water and allow to sit until cool, draining and replacing the cold water as needed. Peel and slice the potatoes thinly.
  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Grease a casserole dish with the olive oil. Line the casserole dish with an even layer of potato slices; top with a layer of sardine fillets. Scatter the diced tomatoes over the sardines. Sprinkle the garlic, basil, and bread crumbs over the tomatoes.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until heated through, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465.9 calories, Carbohydrate 25.7 g, Cholesterol 176.1 mg, Fat 24.8 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 663.2 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

MEDITERRANEAN BEEF AND VEGETABLE CASSEROLE



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The vegetable mixture in this recipe is a variation of ratatouille, a popular Mediterranean dish. I found it in my Woman's Day cookbook. It sounded interesting and has become one of my family's favorite recipes -- easy to make and SO delicious.

Provided by TasteTester

Categories     Vegetable

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb ground beef or 1 lb ground turkey, if you wish
1 egg
3 tablespoons packaged seasoned bread crumbs
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves, crumbled or 1/4 teaspoon ground thyme
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, sliced thin and rings separated
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can whole tomatoes
8 ounces zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch thick rounds (about one zucchini)
1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon thyme leaves, crumbled finely or 1/4 teaspoon ground thyme
1 (16 ounce) can small whole white potatoes, well drained
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley (optional)

Steps:

  • Make the patties: In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, breadcrumbs, salt, thyme and red pepper with your hands or a wooden spoon until well-blended. Shape the mixture into 8 patties, about 1/4-inch thick.
  • In a large heavy skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the patties and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until browned. (They will finish when they are cooked with the vegetable mixture.) Remove with a slotted spoon to a plate.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the onion to the pan drippings and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes, or until softened.
  • Increase heat to medium. Add the tomatoes (break up with hands), zucchini, garlic, salt and thyme. Stir to mix. Cover and cook for 10 minutes, or until the zucchini is just tender.
  • Stir in the potatoes and parsley. Add the beef or turkey patties and spoon over some of the vegetable mixture. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes, or until heated through. Serve right away.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 454, Fat 22.4, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 130, Sodium 1345.9, Carbohydrate 36.1, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 6.5, Protein 27.5

MEDITERRANEAN VEGETABLE CASSEROLE



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Something I had cut out from the newspaper. Have not tried it yet but I am always on the lookout for vegetarian style dishes.

Provided by Wendys Kitchen

Categories     Vegetable

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 onions, sliced
6 zucchini, sliced
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup flour
4 tomatoes, cut into wedges
1/2 red capsicum, cut into 2cm squares
1/2 green capsicum, cut into 2cm squares
1 cup black olives
1/3 cup basil, chopped
1/2 cup pine nuts
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Saute onion and zucchini in oil for 15 minutes.
  • Transfer to baking dish.
  • Sprinkle lightly with flour.
  • Arrange tomato and capsicum on top.
  • Bake uncovered at 200 degrees C for 20 minutes.
  • Top with olives, basil and pine nuts.
  • Bake further 10 minutes.
  • Drizzle with vinegar before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400.1, Fat 29.6, SaturatedFat 3.4, Sodium 331.8, Carbohydrate 32.2, Fiber 8.1, Sugar 12.3, Protein 8.9

VEGETARIAN CASSEROLE



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A Mediterranean one-pot stew with peppers, courgettes, lentils, sweet smoked paprika and thyme

Provided by Caroline Hire - Food writer

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tbsp olive or rapeseed oil
1 onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, sliced
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp ground cumin
1 tbsp dried thyme
3 medium carrots, sliced (about 200g)
2 medium sticks celery, finely sliced (about 120g)
1 red pepper, chopped
1 yellow pepper, chopped
2 x 400g cans tomatoes or peeled cherry tomatoes
1 vegetable stock cube made up to 250ml (we used 1 Knorr vegetable stock pot)
2 courgettes, sliced thickly (about 300g)
2 sprigs fresh thyme
250g cooked lentils (we used Merchant Gourmet ready-to-eat Puy lentils)

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tbsp olive or rapeseed oil in a large, heavy-based pan. Add 1 finely chopped onion and cook gently for 5 - 10 mins until softened.
  • Add 3 sliced garlic cloves, 1 tsp smoked paprika, ½ tsp ground cumin, 1 tbsp dried thyme, 3 sliced carrots, 2 finely sliced celery sticks, 1 chopped red pepper and 1 chopped yellow pepper and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Add two 400g cans tomatoes, 250ml vegetable stock (made with 1 stock pot), 2 thickly sliced courgettes and 2 sprigs fresh thyme and cook for 20 - 25 minutes.
  • Take out the thyme sprigs. Stir in 250g cooked lentils and bring back to a simmer. Serve with wild and white basmati rice, mash or quinoa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Fat 5.1 grams fat, SaturatedFat 0.7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 31 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 16.1 grams sugar, Fiber 9.8 grams fiber, Protein 12.3 grams protein, Sodium 1.6 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Choose firm vegetables: Vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, and eggplant should be firm and not too soft, as they will hold their shape better during cooking.
  • Cut vegetables evenly: This will ensure that they cook evenly and at the same rate.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: The more colorful and varied the vegetables, the more visually appealing and flavorful the casserole will be.
  • Don't overcrowd the casserole dish: Make sure there is enough space for the vegetables to cook evenly.
  • Season the casserole well: Use a combination of herbs, spices, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Bake the casserole until the vegetables are tender: The cooking time will vary depending on the type of vegetables used, so check them regularly.
  • Serve the casserole hot or at room temperature: This dish is delicious either way.

Conclusion:

This Mediterranean vegetable casserole is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a summer meal. It is packed with fresh vegetables, flavorful herbs, and spices, and it is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. This casserole is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables, so don't be afraid to experiment with different combinations.

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