Cheesy Mixed Vegetable Bake

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheesy Mixed Vegetable Bake—a hearty, flavor-packed casserole that's perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings. Featuring a colorful medley of cauliflower, broccoli, carrots, and green beans, this recipe brings together crisp-tender vegetables coated in a rich, creamy cheese sauce made with cheddar and Parmesan. Topped with a golden breadcrumb crust that’s irresistibly crunchy, every bite is a delightful mix of textures and flavors. Easy to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time, this crowd-pleasing dish makes six generous servings and pairs beautifully with roasted meats or a fresh green salad. Whether you're looking for a satisfying vegetarian main or an indulgent side, this cheesy vegetable bake is bound to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups cauliflower florets
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 cup carrots, sliced
• 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk
• 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 cups bread crumbs
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cauliflower, broccoli, carrots, and green beans. Blanch the vegetables for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to make a roux.

Step 4

Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue cooking the sauce, stirring constantly, until it thickens (about 3-4 minutes).

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, the Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched vegetables with the cheese sauce. Mix until all the vegetables are evenly coated.

Step 7

Pour the vegetable mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spread it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix together the bread crumbs, remaining 0.5 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, and olive oil. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the vegetables.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.

Step 10

Let the dish cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Cheesy Mixed Vegetable Bake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1607.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1937.0

Total Fat 117.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.4g
Cholesterol 331.3mg	0%
Sodium 5160.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 136.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.0g	0%
Total Sugars 51.0g
Protein 99.7g	0%

Vitamin D 219.2IU	0%
Calcium 2650.8mg	0%
Iron 9.2mg	0%
Potassium 2666.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.9%

Protein: 19.9%

Carbs: 27.2%