Mixed Vegetable Casserole

Mixed Vegetable Casserole is a comforting, oven-baked dish where a colorful medley of vegetables—such as potatoes, carrots, peas, and corn—is typically bound together with a creamy sauce and often topped with cheese or breadcrumbs. It is a versatile home-style meal with roots in American and British cooking, perfect for using seasonal produce or leftovers.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally moderate in carbohydrates and fats, with the exact profile depending on the sauce and cheese used. It provides a good source of dietary fiber, vitamins A and C, and potassium, with a typical serving ranging from 250 to 400 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	5 g
Carbs	22 g
Fat	9 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	480 mg
Vitamin A	450 mcg
Vitamin C	25 mg
Vitamin K	30 mcg
Folate	60 mcg
Potassium	350 mg
Calcium	120 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Magnesium	30 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it embodies the 'comfort food' tradition, emphasizing heartiness and resourcefulness. Nutritionally, it's a practical way to increase vegetable intake, and baking can help preserve some of the vegetables' heat-sensitive nutrients better than boiling.