Description
Ground Beef Zucchini Casserole is a mouthwatering and nutritious dish that combines savory ground beef, tender zucchini, and gooey cheese into a delightful meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings. This low-carb casserole not only satisfies hunger but also keeps your meals healthy. With its cheesy layers and hearty flavors, it’s sure to become a favorite among both kids and adults alike. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite veggies or spices, this dish is ideal for meal prep, making it a go-to recipe for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis (sliced)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes (drained)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Slice zucchini into rounds, salt them, let sit for 15 minutes to draw moisture, rinse, and pat dry.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat; sauté onions for 2 minutes, add garlic and ground beef until browned.
- Mix in drained tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; remove from heat.
- In an 8×8 baking dish, layer half of the meat mixture, followed by zucchini slices and half of the cheese. Repeat the layers.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (215g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg