Description
Sweet Corn Zucchini Pie is a vibrant and delicious dish that combines the natural sweetness of fresh corn with the tender texture of zucchini, all enveloped in a flaky crust. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or cozy family dinners. Its colorful presentation and delightful flavors will impress your guests while being simple enough for novice cooks to master.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups grated fresh zucchini (about 2 medium zucchinis)
- 1 cup sweet corn (fresh or thawed frozen)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs (e.g., basil or thyme)
- 1 pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a pie dish.
- Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture. If using fresh corn, cut it off the cob.
- In a large bowl, mix together zucchini, sweet corn, eggs, cheddar cheese, flour, salt, pepper, and herbs until well combined.
- Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust and smooth it out evenly.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown on top and set in the center.
- Let cool slightly before slicing; serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 130mg