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Zucchini Pizza Casserole

Delicious Zucchini Pizza Casserole for Guilt-Free Indulgence

This Zucchini Pizza Casserole is a guilt-free comfort food, perfect for busy weeknights, combining healthy ingredients with cheesy goodness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 3 medium zucchini firm for best taste and texture
  • 1 pound ground turkey or beef opt for lean cuts
  • 2 cups marinara sauce your favorite jar or homemade
  • 2 cups shredded cheese mix of mozzarella and cheddar
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning for authentic pizza flavor
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 1 medium bell pepper use red, yellow, or green for variety
For Serving
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil or oregano chopped
  • 1 cup extra marinara sauce for serving on the side

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • large skillet
  • nonstick spray

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and coat a baking dish with nonstick spray.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook your choice of ground turkey or beef for about 6-8 minutes until browned.
  3. Add finely chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until tender.
  4. Layer half the zucchini slices, half the meat mixture, and half the marinara sauce in the baking dish. Repeat the layering process.
  5. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the final layer of marinara sauce.
  6. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
  7. Allow to cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ideal for meal prep and can be customized with different vegetables or meats. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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