This easy low carb zucchini casserole is an easy keto-friendly side dish that is made with fresh zucchini, heavy cream, butter and lots of cheese!
This healthy zucchini bake makes a delicious meal that even the kids will enjoy. If you don’t like zucchini, you will be surprised by how tasty and super delicious this recipe is. Serve this keto zucchini bake with Chicken Pasanda, Chicken Bolognese or Garlic Butter Chicken Bites.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- This cheesy zucchini bake is the low carb version of the classic zucchini casserole.
- This healthy zucchini bake recipe is suitable for the whole family to enjoy.
- A cheesy side dish that goes well with almost any main dish, such as Parmesan Crusted Chicken Breast, Greek Chicken Salad or Lamb Seekh Kebab.
- Easy zucchini casserole made with simple ingredients.
- Delicious zucchini casserole that is suitable for any one following a low-carb or keto diet.
- It is suitable as a vegetarian meal or a side dish in lunch or dinner. Also, it is a fantastic way of making children eat zucchini.
Ingredients For Low Carb Zucchini Casserole (Keto)
- Fresh Zucchini
- Heavy cream
- Eggs
- Garlic
- Cheddar cheese
- Mozzarella cheese
- Butter
- Fresh parsley
- Seasonings: Black pepper, red pepper flacks, onion powder and salt.
“See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.”
Variations & Substitutions
- You can add some pre-cooked ground beef, ground turkey or chicken.
- Use any type of cheese you like.
- You can add any preferable spices, like dry basil or Italian seasoning.
- Use parmesan cheese instead of cheddar cheese.
- Garnish your casserole with chopped green onions or fresh basil.
How To Make Easy Low Carb Zucchini Casserole (Keto)
One: Preheat the oven to 200C/392F. Wash, dry and slice the zucchini. Butter up a casserole dish and put the zucchini slices inside of it. Sprinkle the zucchini slices with some salt and black pepper (photo 1).
Two: Add pieces of butter over the zucchini, and then sprinkle half of the cheddar and mozzarella cheese on top (photo 2).
Three: In a bowl, mix eggs, heavy cream, garlic and all the seasonings (photo 3).
Four: Then, pour the egg mixture over the zucchini. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until zucchini is cooked.
Five: Remove from the oven and sprinkle the rest of the mozzarella and cheddar cheese on top. Then, bake again for 10 minutes until golden brown. Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Expert Tips
- Don’t overcook the zucchini; keep it firm.
- You can lower the calories of this recipe by using light cheddar cheese.
- The recipe calls for zucchini to be cut into small pieces; however, if you like, you can use shredded zucchini.
Serving Ideas
Serve this healthy zucchini bake with Old Fashioned Chicken And Rice Soup, Foil Pack Cajun Chicken And Veggie and Chicken Breast And Rice for lunch or dinner.
You can also serve with salad, such as Korean Carrot Salad, Tuna and Feta Salad or Spicy Potato Salad.
How To Store
You can keep the leftovers in a well-closed container in the fridge for the next day. However, if you want to keep it over one day, freeze it.
Recipe FAQs
Yes, you can add any kind of cheese you like.
Yes, you can. However, you need to thaw it and get rid of all the excess moisture before using it.
Yes, it is recommended to wash the zucchini and then pat dry with paper towels before cutting them.
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Recipe Card
Easy Low Carb Zucchini Casserole (Keto)
Ingredients
- 4 Zucchini , sliced
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 3 Eggs
- 3 cloves Garlic , minced
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese , shredded
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese , shredded
- 2 tablespoon Butter , sliced
- 2 tablespoon Fresh parsley , chopped
- ⅛ teaspoon Salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flacks
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200C/392F.
- Wash, dry and slice the zucchini. Butter up a casserole dish and put the zucchini slices inside of it.4 Zucchini
- Sprinkle the zucchini slices with some salt and black pepper.⅛ teaspoon Salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Add pieces of butter over the zucchini, and then sprinkle half of the cheddar and mozzarella cheese on top.1 cup Cheddar cheese, 2 tablespoon Butter, 1 cup Mozzarella cheese
- In a bowl, mix eggs, heavy cream, garlic and all the seasonings.1 cup Heavy cream, 3 Eggs, 3 cloves Garlic, ¼ teaspoon onion powder, ¼ teaspoon red pepper flacks
- Then, pour the egg mixture over the zucchini. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until zucchini is cooked.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle the rest of the mozzarella and cheddar cheese on top. Then, bake again for 10 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley and serve.2 tablespoon Fresh parsley
Notes
- Don’t overcook the zucchini; keep it firm.
- You can lower the calories of this recipe by using light cheddar cheese.
- You can add some pre-cooked ground beef, ground turkey or chicken.
- Use any type of cheese you like.
- You can add any preferable spices, like dry basil or Italian seasoning.
- Use parmesan cheese instead of cheddar cheese.
- Garnish your casserole with chopped green onions or fresh basil.
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