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Baked Zucchini and Spinach

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This dish combines soft zucchini, sautéed spinach, and creamy feta for a satisfying meal. Tossed with garlic and basil, it’s prepared with egg whites for binding and topped with panko and parmesan for a crispy crust. Serve it warm as a hearty side or a light, nutrient-packed main course.

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Mena
Updated on Mon, 17 Mar 2025 01:33:25 GMT
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Tantalize your senses with this scrumptious Veggie, Feta & Spinach Bake, a hearty and satisfying dish you'll love any time of day. Combining soft zucchini, perfectly wilted spinach, and tangy feta cheese, it's finished with a crispy topping of parmesan and whole-wheat panko.

INGREDIENTS
  • Dried Basil Leaves: 1 tsp, for that lovely herb flavor
  • Ground Black Pepper: ½ tsp, for a bit of spice
  • Garlic Powder: 2 tsp, to add depth
  • Kosher Salt: ½ tsp, just enough to bring out flavors
  • Egg Whites: 2, they'll hold everything together
  • Whole-Wheat Panko Breadcrumbs: ¼ cup, for that awesome crunch
  • Grated Parmesan Cheese: ¼ cup, for the yummy topping
  • Fat-Free Feta Cheese: ¼ cup, crumbled for that tangy kick
  • Yellow Squash: 2 (or just use more zucchini), cut into small chunks
  • Zucchini: 2, chopped small for the best bite
  • Baby Spinach: 3 cups, packed with goodness
  • Olive Oil: 2 tbsp, to cook your veggies
INSTRUCTIONS
Step 1:
Get your oven hot at 400°F (205°C) and coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with a bit of oil.
Step 2:
Warm the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Toss in your baby spinach, chopped zucchini, and yellow squash chunks. Cook until spinach gets soft and veggies are tender. Don't forget to drain extra water so your casserole won't turn out mushy.
Step 3:
Grab a big bowl and mix your cooked veggies with the crumbled feta, parmesan, panko crumbs, egg whites, salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and basil. Give it all a good stir until everything's mixed up nice and even.
Step 4:
Pour your mixture into the oiled baking dish and smooth it out flat.
Step 5:
Pop it in the oven for about 30-40 minutes, until you see that nice golden top.
Step 6:
Let it sit for a few minutes before you dig in.
Serving and Storage Tips
  • Enjoy it hot as your main meal or alongside something else.
  • Got leftovers? Put them in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Warm them up in the oven to keep that nice texture.
Helpful Notes
  • Don't have yellow squash? Just throw in more zucchini instead.
  • Want it extra crunchy? Sprinkle some more panko on top before you bake it.

Tips from Well-Known Chefs

  • Chef Mia thinks adding some sun-dried tomatoes makes the flavor pop even more.
  • Chef Roberto says fresh basil leaves will make it smell amazing.
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Spinach Feta Bake

A blend of zucchini, spinach, and feta topped with crispy breadcrumbs. Great as a comforting side or filling main dish.

Prep Time
15 Minutes
Cook Time
35 Minutes
Total Time
50 Minutes
By: Mena

Category: Main Dishes

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Yield: 6 Servings (One 9x13-inch casserole dish)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
02 3 cups of fresh spinach leaves.
03 2 diced zucchini.
04 2 yellow squash (or just use extra zucchini), chopped small.
05 1/4 cup crumbled fat-free feta cheese.
06 1/4 cup grated low-fat parmesan cheese.
07 1/4 cup whole-wheat panko crumbs.
08 2 egg whites.
09 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt.
10 2 teaspoons garlic powder.
11 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper.
12 1 teaspoon dried basil.

Instructions

Step 01

Turn on your oven to 400°F (205°C) and lightly grease a casserole dish (9x13).

Step 02

Warm olive oil on medium heat in a pan. Toss in the spinach, zucchini pieces, and yellow squash cubes. Stir until the spinach shrinks and the squash gets soft. Pour off any extra liquid.

Step 03

Grab a big bowl and mix the cooked squash and spinach with the feta, parmesan, breadcrumbs, egg whites, salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and basil. Stir till it’s evenly blended.

Step 04

Evenly spread the mixture into the dish you prepared earlier.

Step 05

Put the dish into the oven and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the top turns golden and crispy.

Step 06

Let it rest a bit before you serve it up.

Notes

  1. Packed with zucchini, spinach, and feta, this dish is bursting with flavors.
  2. A crispy, golden topping comes from the panko breadcrumbs and parmesan combo.
  3. Works wonders as a cozy main meal or as a festive dinner side.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
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