Zucchini Tomato Casserole

I often make this colourful summer squash casseole during summer months when they are in peak season or when I am looking for something healthy, flavourful and delicious for the family.
This classic summer meal couldn't be easier to prepare. Start by slicing the zucchini and tomatoes (about 1/4-inch thick) and place them in a baking dish. Prepare a Parmesan cheese and pork rind topping (use regular breadcrumbs if you ain't on keto) to scatter over the vegetables. Bake the casserole in oven until the crumb topping is golden and crispy. Enjoy!

2 Medium regular zucchini, cut into 0.6cm / 1/4inch slices
2 Medium yellow zucchini, cut into 0.6cm / 1/4inch slices
3-4 Tomatoes, cut into 0.6cm / 1/4inch slices
3 tbsp Olive oil
1 tsp Italian seasoning
2 tsp Salt
Freshly milled black pepper
30 g Pork rind, ground (or regular breadcrumbs if you ain't on keto)
30 g Parmigiano-Reggiano, grated
1/3 tsp Garlic powder
1 tbsp Flat parsley, chopped

Preheat oven to 200C/400F. Coat the bottom of baking dish with 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil.
Overlap the zucchini, squash and tomato slices in a baking dish. Sprinkle the vegetables with Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Drizzle with the remaining olive oil.
Combine the ground pork rind or breadcrumbs, grated Parmigiano-Reggiano and garlic powder. Scatter evenly over the vegetables.
Bake for 35-40 minutes until the toppings are golden brown and juices are bubbling in bottom of pan.
Remove from oven. Sprinkle with chopped flat parsley before serving.

32 comments:

DEZMOND 9/8/23 20:04: I have tried making it this way, but the veggies always turn soggy and watery in the end for me, not crispy, don't know why. I tried it with sweet potatoes, zucchini, onions, tomato, and never gets crispy in the end. What am I doing wrong?
Chef Mimi 9/8/23 20:34: Just gorgeous! You have some good looking produce there! Love the topping.
Angie's Recipes 9/8/23 20:34: @DEZMONDThe topping is crispy, but the veggies won't get crispy as they are stacked together. If you are looking for the crispy veggies, then should try bake them in a single layer on a large tray.
Tom 9/8/23 20:38: ...this is zucchini time!
Bill 9/8/23 21:29: This looks absolutely delicious.
Cooking Julia 9/8/23 23:29: THis is what we call a "tian" in French and it's delicious!
roentare 9/8/23 23:41: This is truly a beautiful dish to taste.
Brian's Home Blog 10/8/23 00:30: That looks really, really good and it sure is pretty!
Norma2 10/8/23 00:42: Tomatoes and zucchinis au gratin, rich and easy.
Liz That Skinny Chick Can Bake 10/8/23 01:16: What a gorgeous summer dish, Angie!!! I might be able to convince Bill to each zucchini by making this!!!
foodtravelandwine 10/8/23 02:21: I like these kind of dishes.....very healthy and with lots of flavors!.........Abrazotes, Marcela
Anonymous 10/8/23 04:05: Judee from Gluten Free A-Z Blog: Love the look of this and all the flavors but I'll definitely pass on the pork rind !
Anonymous 10/8/23 04:05: Looks good -Christine cmlk79.blogspot.com
Citu 10/8/23 04:05: Gracias por la receta. Te mando un beso.
savorthebest 10/8/23 06:09: This is such a great side dish Angie
Margaret D 10/8/23 07:12: Looks really lovely.
Diane 10/8/23 09:57: It sounds delicious and I have so many courgettes and tomatoes at the moment. Thanks. Diane
2pots2cook 10/8/23 10:33: Perfect way to enjoy vegetables during summer!
eileeninmd 10/8/23 12:44: Yum, I would love to try this dish. Thanks for sharing. Take care, enjoy your day!
My name is Erika. 10/8/23 13:02: That would make a yummy side dish. Once again, I'm waiting for some zucchini to ripen. But this is such an easy and great idea.
David M. Gascoigne, 10/8/23 13:07: I am pretty sure that we have all the ingredients on hand. You may have just answered the daily question, “What will we have for dinner tonight?”
Carol @Comfort Spring Station 10/8/23 13:47: Squash, tomato and cheese is the perfect combination of flavors
Anne in the kitchen 10/8/23 18:26: Looks delicious!
Javier 11/8/23 11:33: As you say, ealthy, flavourful and delicious. It's the perfect recipe to enjoy!
Anonymous 11/8/23 14:44: This is absolutely the perfect recipe for August in New Jersey, Bernadette, https://newclassicrecipe.
David 11/8/23 16:49: Angie, This casserole looks great. I might even be able to eat it if I removed the skin from the green zucchini. FYI, as per your comment $8.00 is about the cost of a glass of medium cost wine here. Back in the old days, wine tastings were free, even in Napa Valley in California. Take Care, Big Daddy Dave
Carol @Comfort Spring Station 13/8/23 13:22: I'm a big squash fan - yum!
Eva Taylor 13/8/23 13:35: What a great way to utilize an over abundant crop of zucchinis and tomatoes. So easy too!
thepaintedapron.com 13/8/23 16:58: A perfect summer side dish and your presentation is beautiful!
Muriel 15/8/23 22:57: Ohhhh! que c'est appétissant ce gratin de légumes d'été !
tigerfish 18/8/23 01:15: Colorful! perfect summer savory dish
Raymund 18/8/23 02:25: The simplicity of slicing the veggies and layering them in a baking dish, then finishing with a golden, crispy topping, makes it a hassle-free dish to prepare.