Loaded Cheesy Bacon Zucchini Casserole
Loaded Cheesy Bacon Zucchini Casserole
Low carb • Sugar-free zucchini casserole — 30 minutes, six servings
This is a loaded cheesy bacon zucchini casserole, not a watery veg bake. Sliced zucchini, bacon, tomato, and cheddar bake in one dish until the top is browned, like the photo. Thirty minutes. No breadcrumbs, no sugar sauce.
Six servings. Salt the zucchini first so the pan does not flood.
Why you’ll love this casserole
- 14g protein per serving — bacon, cheese, and eggs
- 5g net carbs — zucchini, not pasta
- About 30 minutes, one pan
- Melted cheddar, bacon bits, zucchini coins, like the photo
- No breadcrumbs, no sugar
- It stays firm if you salt and drain the zucchini
Health notes
- Protein: Bacon, cheddar, and eggs carry the dish.
- Lower carb than potato casserole: Zucchini instead of starch. Close to keto at 5g net.
- Six servings: Macros are per sixth of the pan.
- Breadcrumbs or extra tomato sauce will jump the carbs. Keep the layers measured.
Key element — drain the zucchini, then load the top
A soggy pan skipped the salt step. Slice, salt, blot, then cover with bacon, tomato, and cheddar so the dish looks like the photo.
Ingredients
Casserole (6 servings)
- 3 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/4-inch coins
- 1 tsp salt, for draining
- 6 slices bacon, chopped and cooked
- 1 small tomato, chopped
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried Italian herbs
- Black pepper
Swaps
- Turkey bacon: Same 6 slices.
- Mozzarella: Mix half with the cheddar.
- Breadcrumbs or extra tomato sauce: Skip them. That is how carbs jump.
Instructions
| 1 | Drain. Toss zucchini with salt. Rest 10 minutes. Blot dry. |
| 2 | Heat. Heat oven to 400 F (205 C). Grease a 9×13 dish. |
| 3 | Layer. Spread zucchini. Whisk eggs, cream, parmesan, garlic, herbs, and pepper. Pour over. |
| 4 | Load. Top with tomato, bacon, and cheddar. |
| 5 | Bake. Bake 16 to 18 minutes until the cheese is browned, like the photo. Rest 5 minutes. One sixth is one serving. |
Pro tips
- Salt and blot the zucchini or the pan turns watery.
- Cook the bacon first so it stays crisp on top.
- A thin slice cooks in 30 minutes. Thick coins need extra time.
- Rest 5 minutes so the egg mix sets before you cut.
- Italian herbs on the cheese match the photo.
Nutrition
| Nutrient | Per serving (1 of 6) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 285 |
| Protein | 14g |
| Net carbohydrates | 5g |
| Total carbohydrates | 7g |
| Fiber | 2g |
| Total fat | 23g |
| Sodium | 520mg |
Estimates with zucchini, bacon, cheddar, and eggs. Breadcrumbs or extra tomato will raise carbs. This is a lower-carb casserole, close to keto.
Variations
Chicken
Add 1 cup cooked shredded chicken under the cheese.
Jalapeño
Scatter sliced jalapeño with the tomato.
Yellow squash
Use half zucchini and half yellow squash.
Skillet
Bake in an oven-safe skillet instead of glass.
Storage
| Method | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerator | Up to 4 days | Covered. Reheat 350 F |
| Freezer | Up to 1 month | Thaw overnight |
| Room temp | 2 hours | Then fridge |
FAQ
Test your knowledge
5 quick questions about this casserole
1. Protein per serving?
2. Net carbs per serving?
3. How many servings in the pan?
4. Why salt the zucchini first?
5. Why skip breadcrumbs?
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