The Vegan Zucchini Corn Tomato Bake with Parmesan Crust is a tasty and satisfying meal. This dish has 190 calories in each serving and prepares in just 45 minutes. We made this dish with zucchini, corn kernels, cherry tomatoes, vegan mozzarella cheese, Parmesan-style cheese, breadcrumbs, seasoning, olive oil, and basil. You may pair it with lentil soup, brown rice, garlic bread, herb roasted potatoes, cucumber tomato salad, quinoa, or Italian Garden salad. Store this Vegan Zucchini Corn Tomato Bake with Parmesan Crust for four days in the refrigerator.
STATS:
- Total time: 45 minutes
- Course: Main
- Serving size: 1/6 of the bake
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
- Diet: Vegan
- Serving: 6
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: Italian
EQUIPMENT:
- 9 × 13-inch baking dish
- Large mixing bowl
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring cups
- Small mixing bowl
- Measuring spoons
- Mixing spoon
- Oven mitts
INGREDIENTS:
- 4 medium zucchinis
- Two cups drained corn kernels
- 1 cup shredded vegan mozzarella cheese
- Half cup grated vegan Parmesan-style cheese
- 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Half cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Quarter tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Half tsp salt
- 2 tbsp chopped basil
- Quarter tsp red pepper flakes
INGREDIENT NOTES:
ZUCCHINIS:
- It has a mild taste and becomes tender when we cook it. Zucchini works well with the corn, tomatoes, garlic, and herbs. You may use yellow summer squash as per your preference.
CORN KERNELS:
- They give a natural sweet taste and pleasant bite to the dish. These kernels complement the savory vegetables and cheesy topping. You may use pas as another choice.
VEGAN MOZZARELLA CHEESE:
- It gives a soft and cheesy layer to the bake. This mozzarella topping sticks well to the vegetables. You may use vegan cheddar-style cheese as a substitute.
SEASONED BREADCRUMBS:
- They give a crispy texture to the meal. Breadcrumbs pair nicely with soft vegetables and give better results. You may use panko breadcrumbs as an alternative.
OLIVE OIL:
- It coats the vegetables well and gives a brown topping to the meal. You may use light cooking spray as another idea.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, warm the oven to 375°F then grease the dish lightly with cooking spray.
- Wash the zucchinis and cherry tomatoes properly, then slice the zucchini into half-moon pieces.
- Now cut the cherry tomatoes in half slices and put them in the mixing bowl.
- Drizzle the vegetables with olive oil, then include seasoning on them.
- Toss the vegetables nicely and spread them evenly in the dish.
- Mix vegan mozzarella, Parmesan-style cheese, and breadcrumbs well.
- Sprinkle the vegan cheese and breadcrumb mixture evenly on the vegetables.
- Bake the dish for 30 minutes, then cool for 5 minutes after removing from the oven.
- Lastly, garnish the dish with chopped basil on top and serve.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SALADS:
- Italian Garden Salad
- Cucumber Tomato Salad
- Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
- Simple Green Salad
GRAINS:
- Brown Rice
- Quinoa
- Lemon Herb Couscous
- Garlic Rice
POTATOES:
- Roasted Baby Potatoes
- Garlic Mashed Potatoes
- Crispy Smashed Potatoes
- Herb Roasted Potatoes
BREAD:
- Whole-Grain Bread
- Garlic Bread
- Crusty Italian Bread
- Vegan Dinner Rolls
DISHES:
- Lentil Soup
- Vegan Minestrone
- White Bean Salad
- Roasted Chickpeas
TIPS:
- Avoid crowding the dish too much so the vegetables cook evenly.
- Include panko breadcrumbs to add extra crunch and make the recipe lighter.
- Drain the vegetables properly so the dish does not become watery.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Store the dish in the container for four days.
FREEZER:
- Freeze this dish for two months in the box.
FAQs:
Can I include frozen corn in this recipe?
- Yes, you may add frozen corn for a quick meal after removing extra moisture.
How to make this meal oil-free?
- You may coat the dish with cooking spray and skip olive oil for the vegetables to make an oil-free version of this recipe.
Can I include regular parmesan in this dish?
- Yes, you may add regular parmesan, but the recipe will not be vegan anymore.
What makes the recipe watery?
- Zucchini and tomatoes naturally release water that makes the dish watery. You may drain the corn well and avoid adding extra liquid to get better results.
Can I make this dish earlier?
- Yes, you may refrigerate the prepared vegetables and toppings in different containers for several hours in advance.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 190 kcal
Net carbs: 20 g
Iron: 2 g
Total carbs: 24 g
Vitamin A: 1,900 IU
Fiber: 4 g
Calcium: 120 mg
Protein: 7 g
Sodium: 430 mg
Potassium: 550 mg
