Description
This Shredded Zucchini Casserole is a golden, cheesy, and hearty meal layered with fresh zucchini, savory sausage, crispy hash browns, and gooey cheddar. Perfect for brunch, dinner, or meal prep—it’s comfort food made simple, healthy, and delicious.
Ingredients
3 cups shredded zucchini
1 pound breakfast sausage (or ground meat of choice)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups shredded hash browns (thawed if frozen)
4 large eggs
1 small onion, diced
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped chives (optional)
Instructions
1. Grate zucchini using a box grater or food processor. Place in a cheesecloth or clean towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook sausage until browned and fully cooked. Break into crumbles, remove from heat, and let cool slightly.
3. In a large bowl, mix together shredded zucchini, cooked sausage, hash browns, cheddar cheese, onion, eggs, garlic powder, and black pepper.
4. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 baking dish and spread evenly. Top with additional cheese or chives if desired.
5. Bake in a preheated 375°F oven for 40–45 minutes or until golden and set in the center.
6. Let the casserole cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Always squeeze zucchini thoroughly to avoid excess moisture ruining the casserole’s texture.
For added flavor, swap cheddar with a mix of mozzarella and parmesan.
This casserole is freezer-friendly—just slice into portions and wrap tightly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: zucchini casserole, shredded zucchini, brunch bake