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Easy Green Vegetable Casserole Recipe

A simple, comforting green vegetable casserole made with fresh broccoli, zucchini, and spinach baked in a creamy cheese sauce. Perfect as a side dish or a light vegetarian main course.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups broccoli florets, chopped
  • 1 cup zucchini, diced
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 0.25 cup butter
  • 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.125 tsp black pepper
  • 0.25 cup breadcrumbs

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
  2. Steam broccoli and zucchini for 5 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and place in a large bowl. Stir in spinach and set aside.
  3. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually add milk, whisking constantly until smooth.
  4. Cook sauce for 3–4 minutes until thickened. Stir in garlic powder, salt, pepper, and half of the cheddar cheese until melted.
  5. Pour sauce over vegetables and mix well. Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish.
  6. Sprinkle remaining cheese and breadcrumbs evenly over the top.
  7. Bake for 20 minutes until bubbly and golden on top. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.