Keto Dinner Sides Easy: Delightfully Simple and Flavorful
A cheesy, baked zucchini casserole with a crispy pork rind topping, perfect as an easy and flavorful keto-friendly side dish.
Equipment
- 8×8-inch baking dish
- Cheesecloth or kitchen towel
- bowl
- small saucepan
Ingredients
- 4 cups shredded zucchini approx. 4 medium zucchini
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup diced yellow onion
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese divided
- ½ cup crushed pork rinds or Parmesan cheese crisps
- 3 tbsp butter
For the Topping
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese remaining
- 3 tbsp butter melted
- ½ cup crushed pork rinds or Parmesan cheese crisps
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and grease an 8x8 inch baking dish.
- Squeeze excess water from shredded zucchini using cheesecloth or a kitchen towel.
- Combine drained zucchini with onion, garlic, beaten eggs, mozzarella, cheddar, and 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and bake for 20 minutes.
- While the casserole bakes, melt butter and stir in the pork rinds and remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.
- Remove the dish from the oven and sprinkle the butter mixture evenly over the top.
- Return to the oven for 5-8 minutes until the topping is browned and crispy.
- Serve hot, seasoning with additional salt and pepper if desired.
Notes
- For a different texture, use fresh spiralized zucchini and chop it into shorter pieces.
- If you prefer not to use garlic, substitute with 2-3 teaspoons of Italian seasoning.
- To make this a full meal, add cooked cubed or shredded chicken breast.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.
Notes
This versatile keto side dish can be customized by omitting garlic for Italian seasoning or adding cooked chicken to create a complete meal. Ensure zucchini is well-drained for the best texture.