Vegetable Cheese Bake

Indulge in the comforting warmth of this Vegetable Cheese Bake, a hearty and wholesome dish that brings together tender broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, and zucchini in a creamy, velvety cheddar cheese sauce. Perfectly balanced with a crisp, golden breadcrumb-Parmesan topping, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or as a show-stopping side dish for your next gathering. Featuring a quick roux-based cheese sauce and a medley of fresh, blanched vegetables, this bake offers rich flavor and satisfying texture in every bite. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-bake dish is family-friendly, vegetarian, and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Broccoli florets
• 2 cups Cauliflower florets
• 1 cup Carrots, sliced
• 1 cup Zucchini, diced
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Milk
• 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cups Bread crumbs
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large pot of boiling salted water, blanch the broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, and zucchini for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.

Step 4

Gradually add the milk, whisking constantly, to make a smooth sauce. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens.

Step 5

Stir in the cheddar cheese and half of the Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and black pepper. Remove from heat.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil or non-stick spray. Transfer the vegetable and cheese mixture to the dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix the bread crumbs, remaining Parmesan cheese, and olive oil until well combined. Sprinkle this topping evenly over the vegetable mixture.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1531.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2221.0

Total Fat 148.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 86.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 416.9mg	0%
Sodium 5359.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 131.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.8g	0%
Total Sugars 45.9g
Protein 111.1g	0%

Vitamin D 262.7IU	0%
Calcium 2982.0mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 2577.4mg	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: 57.9%

Protein: 19.3%

Carbs: 22.8%