Vegetable and Cheese Casserole

Ingredients

• • 1 broccoli head, cut into florets
  • Salt, to taste
  • 2 tbsp milk

• • 1 onion, diced
  • Olive oil, for sautéing
  • 1 carrot, diced

• • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • Mushrooms, sliced (150–200 g)
  • 1 zucchini, diced

• • 2 bell peppers, diced
  • Cherry tomatoes, halved (150 g)
  • 4 eggs

• • 5 tbsp sunflower oil
  • 130 g (1 cup) flour
  • 500 ml (2.5 cups) milk

• Fresh parsley, chopped (2 tbsp)
• 150 g (1.5 cups) cheese, grated

Directions

Prepare the Broccoli:

• • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Add the broccoli florets and cook for 2 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Sauté the Vegetables:

• • Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  • Add diced onion and sauté until translucent.

• • Add diced carrot and minced garlic, sauté for another 2–3 minutes.
  • Add sliced mushrooms and cook until soft.
  • Add diced zucchini, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes. Cook for 5–7 minutes until tender. Season with salt.

Prepare the Egg Mixture:

• • In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, sunflower oil, flour, and 500 ml of milk until smooth. Season with salt.
  • Add the sautéed vegetables and fresh parsley to the egg mixture and mix thoroughly.

Assemble the Casserole:

• • Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  • Grease a baking dish with olive oil.

• • Spread cooked broccoli florets evenly in the dish.
  • Pour the egg and vegetable mixture over the broccoli, spreading it evenly.
  • Sprinkle grated cheese on top.

Bake:

• Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is set.

Serve:

• Let the casserole cool slightly before serving.
• Garnish with additional parsley if desired.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve as a main course with a side of crusty bread.
• Pair with a simple green salad for a light and balanced meal.

Cooking Tips

• • Use your favorite cheese, such as cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix, for added flavor.
  • Substitute or add other vegetables, like spinach or sweet potatoes, based on your preference.
  • To make the dish gluten-free, substitute flour with a gluten-free blend or almond flour.

Nutritional Benefits

• • Broccoli and Bell Peppers: High in vitamins A, C, and antioxidants.
  • Cheese: Provides calcium and protein.

• Eggs: Offer high-quality protein and essential nutrients.

Dietary Information

• • Vegetarian

• Can be made gluten-free with flour substitutions