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Sweet Corn and Zucchini Pie

214 reviews / 4.8 average

This Zucchini Pie Is A Summer Dream.

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Hooooly pie. This sweet corn and zucchini pie has me wrapped around its cheesy, melty, vegetarian-ness. Like, eighty times wrapped around. We are basically one.

It all starts with the obvious: big fat green summer zucchini. NO EXPLANATION NEEDED says the whole zucchini-growing world. It’s the *queen* of summer produce.

My mom made a zucchini pie at the cabin this year and it blew my mind. It was a little different than my version because hers was baked in a crust. Wait for it: a flaky buttery omigosh croissant crust. It was utterly heaven-sent after a long day playing out in the sun and I won’t even tell you how many slices I had. //three//

My sister and I raved, kissed our mother’s feet, ate one more slice, and proceeded to have a 5 hour food conversation about how you could make variations by adding different kinds of crusts, including more types of vegetables, and baking into different shapes. Like, uhh, rectangles, cause creativity runs wild in my family. We became obsessed wi– okay okay fine I became obsessed with making all the meals of summer somehow circle back to a big, cheesy zucchini pie.

I hope you love it as much as we do!

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Watch How To Make This Zucchini Pie

This crustless Sweet Corn and Zucchini Pie is so incredibly simple to make and it's the perfect way to enjoy summer produce! | pinchofyum.com
Sweet Corn and Zucchini Pie - all those fresh summer veggies! | pinchofyum.com #vegetarian #zucchini #pie #recipe #healthy

Yes, This “Pie” Has No Crust

This zucchini pie you’re seeing here does not include a crust. Before you kick me off the blog, I do have five main reasons.

  1. I am a mean food grinch.
  2. Just kidding.
  3. Easier.
  4. A wee bit healthier.
  5. It’s all about the filling anyways. I promise.

If you’re more of a crusty person HA-HA-HA there are lots of recipes for zucchini pie online with a layer of refrigerated croissant dough as the crust.

But if you’re okay without crust, join me for a slice of this here yummy yum.

This crustless Sweet Corn and Zucchini Pie is so incredibly simple to make and it's the perfect way to enjoy summer produce! | pinchofyum.com

Other Ingredients In This Pie

Okay, so we’ve got the zucchini and the fresh sweet corn. Summer produce is here to play!

I took the liberty of also adding a handful of buttery sauteed mushrooms – we like mushrooms in this foodspace, right? – and then I added a little or a lot Swiss or Mozzarella or Gouda like the cheese champ that I am, and voila.

Lastly, most importantly, are the eggs! This is what really holds the pie together with no crust in sight.

Sweet Corn and Zucchini Pie happens right up in your face, just like that.

This crustless Sweet Corn and Zucchini Pie is so incredibly simple to make and it's the perfect way to enjoy summer produce! | pinchofyum.com

Meatless Monday? I’m all over it when it involves mushrooms, sweet corn, and zucchini baked into a cheesy crustless pie.

This crustless Sweet Corn and Zucchini Pie is so incredibly simple to make and it's the perfect way to enjoy summer produce! | pinchofyum.com
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Sweet Corn and Zucchini Pie


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4.8 from 214 reviews

  • Author: Lindsay Ostrom
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 68 (nutrition is for 8) 1x

Description

This crustless Sweet Corn and Zucchini Pie is so incredibly simple to make and it’s the perfect way to enjoy summer produce!


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • half of a yellow onion, diced
  • 2 ears sweet corn
  • 2 large zucchini, sliced very thinly (about 4 cups)
  • 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 12 ounces shredded cheese (I used both Mozzarella and Swiss)
  • 4 eggs, beaten

Instructions

  1. Preheat: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
  2. Sauté Veggies: Heat the butter in a large, deep skillet over medium high heat. Add the onions, zucchini, and mushrooms. While the veggies saute, cut the corn kernels off the cob. Add them to the pan and continue to saute until the veggies are soft, 5-10 minutes. Remove from heat.
  3. Assemble in Pan: Once the mixture has cooled for a few minutes, stir in the basil, oregano, salt, cheese, and the beaten eggs. Line a pie pan (9-inch or larger) with parchment paper or just grease a pan with nonstick spray. Transfer the mixture to the pan. Arrange the top so the zucchini slices lay flat and look nice. Top with a little extra cheese for looks.
  4. Bake: Cover with greased foil, and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes to brown the top. Let stand for 10-15 minutes before cutting into slices.

Equipment

Notes

It will bubble up a little bit as it bakes, so put a pan under to catch drips if it’s really full. Also, there was a little extra watery-ness (about 2 tablespoons) in the bottom of my pan when I sliced it, but the pieces held together perfectly so NBD. I think the moisture could be prevented by just being a little more patient before cutting. I sprinkled mine with fresh herbs (parsley and cilantro) like I always do on everything. Basil would also be yummy.

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: corn and zucchini pie, zucchini pie, summer zucchini corn pie

Frequently Asked Questions For This Zucchini Pie

Can I add a crust to this pie?

As this recipe is written, it does not include a crust so I cannot say for sure that you can add a crust without issue! Instead, I’d find another zucchini pie recipe that uses a crust for it. 🙂

Do you need to squeeze water out of the zucchini?

No, it is not necessary!

What cheese do you recommend using?

I typically use mozzarella and Swiss cheese. Something like gouda would be amazing as well!

Can you use frozen corn instead of fresh corn?

Yes! You should be able to sub in 1 1/2 cups of corn to account for the two cobs.

Can you add meat to this?

You could! I think cooked crumbled Italian sausage would be delicious in this. It will mean that it won’t all fit in the pan, so I would either reduce the amount of veggies to compensate or use a bigger pan!


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  1. Pinch of Yum Logo

    I seriously lol’d at “I am a mean food grinch”
    Generally, I would sort of have to agree with that statement, because pie crusts have always been my fav part o’ the pie. BUT, Zucchini is currently my best friend and I have NEVER heard of using it in a pie. With ooey-gooey-cheesy-yum
    You’re forgiven for no crusty-ness. Pinned!

      1. Pinch of Yum Logo

        This is wonderful!!!!!!! We inhaled it last night for dinner and finished it up this morning for breakfast. Thank you so so much for this recipe, I will make it over and over!!!

          1. Pinch of Yum Logo

            Has anyone done this with phillo dough? I am thinking squares of buttered dough, put in muffin tin, put mixture on top and cook. I think this would be great for a church pot luck. And then I thought of puff pastry, cutting a rectangle, build it up a little on the edges and putting mixture in the middle, maybe with some crab meat mixed in?
            Thanks again!!!

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          We make a similar recipe like your mother did..with a crescent roll crust..zucchini and onions yes, no corn or mushrooms.Am soo going to try your version.
          P.S. try it with the crust and smear the dough with yellow mustard liberally…it intensifies the flavor…I also change up things like you…I use 2c. Each yellow summer squash and zucchini…yum!

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            Crack open a tube of Pillsbury crescent rolls and press into the pie plate! I also have the recipe Sharon references and it’s wonderful. Love the addition of corn and muchrooms.

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            Google pillbury zucchini cresent pie. I think thats it. Its so good.

      2. Pinch of Yum Logo

        I’m making a vegan version of this using egg replacer and nut cheeses! I’ll let you know how it turns out! It’s in the oven now,

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        This is so delicious. The corn gives it a corn pudding type vibe. It was also beautiful when made in a large oval ceramic baker. I will definitely make this again.

  2. Pinch of Yum Logo

    I just picked up some delicious-looking sweet corn at the farmer’s market yesterday and with bountiful zucchini everywhere I’m looking forward to making this dish!! (Plus there’s cheese 🙂

  3. Pinch of Yum Logo

    I’m gonna have to try this with my favorite potato crust! It’s essentially shredded potatoes, salt, and pepper, pre (par, technically speaking) baked in a heavily greased pan which fries the potatoes into a giant hash brown. It at least keeps it processed flour-free. Loving cheesy, savory pies and tarts with summer produce and looking forward to this one.

  4. Pinch of Yum Logo

    I’m not a big crust person anyhow (why does that sound so odd?), so I love that this is just packed with all the flavor parts! Plus, it’s big enough to last for at least 1.5 meals (around here, that’s a win. Pregnant lady + hungry husband + 2 yo who eats like a teenage boy = LOTS of cooking 🙂 )

    1. Pinch of Yum Logo

      Sometimes when we check out at Costco I feel like we should have at least 18 kids because of all our groceries. Nope. Not a one.

  5. Pinch of Yum Logo

    IF adding the croissant crust, which I just might, would you recommend spreading something over the top of it before piling in the filling or just straight on top?

    1. Pinch of Yum Logo

      Nope – just pile the filling right in there. If you click the link in the last part of the post, it will show what the version that my mom made was like and how they baked it and everything. But basically this is the exact same filling she used, minus the extra veggies, and she just piled it right over the unbaked croissant dough and baked it all up together.

      1. Pinch of Yum Logo

        Perfect! Thanks! Will be making this TONIGHT! I have a roll of crescents in my fridge and the burning desire to use as much corn and as many tomatoes as I can before this summer turns to bleak, bleak cold.

    2. Pinch of Yum Logo

      Love, love love this recipe. Its a go to summer side dish for us. Wondering if anyone has tried this in a slow cooker? Im going to try tonight…we will see.

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      In all honesty I’ve never loved pie crust. Croissant crusts, okay yes, I love them. But regular pie crusts just don’t do it for me.

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        I just REALLY, REALLY don’t think you’ll miss the crust. The flavors are so good. Try it this way first for sure.

    1. Pinch of Yum Logo

      We originally had this as a side for grilled salmon. Yummy! But then when I made it again Bjork and I had it for lunch. Works either way!

  6. Pinch of Yum Logo

    Ahh…corn and zucchini. Summer favorites! I was waiting to see cream or milk in the ingredients but I’m surprised that eggs are enough to bake the pie. I will have to try!

  7. Pinch of Yum Logo

    A healthy pie-ish?! I’m all over it! Especially since I’ve officially started training for Ragnar 2015. I need this.

  8. Pinch of Yum Logo

    I love zucchini pie! Seriously, I would pick zucchini pie over apple pie or cherry pie any day of the week. I’m weird like that. I especially love that this pie is healthier and doesn’t have a crust but it still looks sooooo decadent and amazing! Pinning!

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      Thanks Michelle! I think I might be the same way – I’ve never loved sweet pies but savory pies?? I’m all over it!

  9. Pinch of Yum Logo

    Be. Still. My. Heart.
    I’ve recently gone sugar-free, grain-free, caffeine-free, alcohol-free {and haven’t even gotten all stabby} and love all the ingredients listed here. Yum and yum.
    And yeah, my OCD-ness was having a problem with those little kernels. Thanks for mentioning that because I was like am I the only one noticing that.
    I not only love your recipes, but LOVE reading your posts. You are actually blogging in my voice only better. Because if I actually blogged, well… you know, more regularly/at all, I still wouldn’t sound as good as you. But if I knew you IRL, I’m pretty sure we would be friends. And I’m also pretty sure you’re taking out a restraining order now… 
    OHKAY… back to zucchini. Yes and yes and yes to all the stuff you mentioned. Thanks for sharing and can’t wait to try.

  10. Pinch of Yum Logo

    Summer deliciousness at it’s best! I did not plant zucchini this year. I know, oh my! I have been missing lasagna and little zucchini boats covered with mozzarella. I may have to get some at the farmer’s market this weekend though just to try this out.