The Vegan Tex-Mex Zucchini Bake is a tasty and contains 265 calories per serving. Prepare this dish in 30 minutes. It contains zucchini, olive oil, onion, garlic, black beans, diced tomatoes, corn kernels, salt, chunky salsa, ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, black pepper, vegan cheddar cheese, cilantro, & jalapeños. We may pair this meal with lime slaw, spinach rice, cucumber tomato salad, tortilla chips, vegan chorizo, garlic bread, or sliced avocado. Keep this Vegan Tex-Mex Zucchini Bake for 4 days in the refrigerator.
STATS:
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
- Diet: Vegan
- Cooking Time: 35 minutes
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Course: Main
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Calories: 265 kcal
EQUIPMENT:
- Large cutting board
- Oven
- Cheese grater
- Wooden spoon
- 9×13-inch baking dish
- Knife
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Large mixing bowl
- Large skillet
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Half tsp smoked paprika
- 1 can drained diced tomatoes
- Three medium diced zucchini
- 1 can drained black beans
- Half tsp dried oregano
- 1 medium diced onion
- Three minced garlic cloves
- One tbsp sliced jalapeños
- Quarter tsp black pepper
- 1 cup chunky salsa
- Half tsp salt
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1½ cups shredded vegan cheddar cheese
- One cup corn kernels
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tsp ground cumin
INGREDIENT NOTES:
OLIVE OIL:
- It cooks the vegetables well and gives rich tastes as well. Olive oil helps the vegetables from sticking to the skillet. You may use avocado oil as per your preference.
ZUCCHINI:
- This is the main component in the recipe that absorbs the seasonings well. It gives moisture to make the dish juicy. Yellow summer squash is good to include as an alternative.
CORN KERNELS:
- It is a Tex-Mex ingredient that gives sweet taste and texture to the casserole. Corn kernels maintain the smoky chili powder and cumin as well. You may use diced roasted bell peppers as another idea.
CHUNKY SALSA:
- Salsa gives authentic Tex-Mex taste in the meal and makes the sauce of the casserole. You may use taco sauce as a substitute.
VEGAN CHEDDAR CHEESE:
- It makes the cheesy topping to make the casserole rich and comforting. Vegan cheese melts over the vegetables and gives a golden layer. You may use vegan mozzarella as another idea.
BLACK BEANS:
- Beans give vegan protein and creamy texture to make the casserole satisfying. Use kidney beans as per your choice.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, grease the dish & warm the oven to 375°F.
- Then heat olive oil in the skillet on a moderate setting and cook the onion for 4 minutes.
- Cook garlic for 30 seconds and zucchini for 5 minutes.
- Include black beans, tomatoes, corn, salsa, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, oregano, and black pepper.
- Stir all the ingredients properly and put the mixture in the dish.
- Sprinkle vegan cheese on top and bake the dish for 35 minutes.
- Cool the casserole for five minutes, then garnish with cilantro and jalapeños.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SALADS:
- Avocado Salad
- Mexican Chopped Salad
- Garden Salad
- Cucumber Tomato Salad
- Lime Slaw
RICE DISHES:
- Cilantro Lime Rice
- Mexican Rice
- Brown Rice
- Quinoa Pilaf
- Spanish Rice
BREAD AND TORTILLAS:
- Warm Corn Tortillas
- Flour Tortillas
- Garlic Bread
- Vegan Cornbread
- Tortilla Chips
PROTEIN:
- Grilled Tofu
- Seasoned Tempeh
- Vegan Chorizo
- Black Bean Patties
- Grilled Portobello Mushrooms
TOPPINGS:
- Guacamole
- Vegan Sour Cream
- Pico de Gallo
- Sliced Avocado
- Fresh Lime Wedges
TIPS:
- Salt the zucchini for ten minutes, then cook to remove extra moisture.
- Use freshly shredded vegan cheese for better melting in the meal.
- Cool the casserole for a few minutes, then slice for better servings.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Keep the casserole for 4 days in the box.
FREEZER:
- Freeze the portions separately for 90 days.
FAQs:
Is frozen zucchini a good choice for this recipe?
- Yes, it is great to include as it releases more water when we thaw.
Does this recipe contain spice?
- No, it has mild heat, and you may exclude jalapeños for a milder version.
Can I exclude vegan cheese from this dish?
- Yes, you may skip it or replace it with creamy cashew cream as per your choice.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Net Carbs: 15 grams
Iron: 3.2 mg
Total Carbs: 22 grams
Vitamin A: 1,650 IU
Fiber: 7 grams
Calcium: 170 mg
Protein: 11 grams
Sodium: 570 mg
Calories: 265 kcal
Potassium: 690 mg
