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Cottage cheese casserole with zucchini

2 servings

60 minutes

Cottage cheese casserole with zucchini is a delicate, airy dish embodying a balance of lightness and rich flavor. It’s a European classic with hints of rustic cuisine where juicy zucchini, creamy cottage cheese, and tangy cheese create a harmonious duet. Historically, casseroles symbolized home comfort and simplicity in cooking, and this version adds freshness with its vegetable accent. The taste features the softness of the cottage cheese, light sweetness of the zucchini, and salty depth of the cheese enhanced by aromatic garlic. The dish is perfect for breakfast or a light dinner and can be served with herbs and sour cream. The casserole is especially good warm when its structure remains airy and its flavor fully unfolds. An excellent choice for those who appreciate healthy yet refined dishes!

Cottage cheese casserole with zucchini
Energy value per serving
Calories
267.4kcal
Proteins
20.3grams
Fats
15grams
Carbohydrates
11.8grams
Ingredients
2servings
Cooking steps
  • 1

    Grate the zucchini on a coarse grater, mash it, and squeeze out well (from excess liquid).

    Required ingredients:
    1. Baby courgettes: 400 g
  • 2

    Mix the cottage cheese with grated cheese, salt well (salt for the entire casserole, as we do not salt the zucchini), and add minced garlic.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Soft fat-free curd cheese: 100 g
    2. Hard cheese: 25 g
    3. Garlic: 1 clove
  • 3

    Beat the eggs and gently mix with the cheese mixture.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Chicken egg: 2 pieces
  • 4

    Grease the mold with vegetable oil, place the zucchini, and pour the egg-cheese mixture over it, mixing slightly.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Vegetable oil: 1 teaspoon
    2. Baby courgettes: 400 g
    3. Chicken egg: 2 pieces
    4. Soft fat-free curd cheese: 100 g
    5. Hard cheese: 25 g
    6. Garlic: 1 clove
  • 5

    Bake in the oven at 200 degrees for 30-40 minutes.