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Zucchini Pizza Casserole with Ground Meat Recipe

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This Zucchini Pizza Casserole is a delicious and healthy low-carb meal that combines tender zucchini slices with seasoned ground meat, marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese. It’s a perfect dinner option for pizza lovers looking for a lighter, vegetable-packed alternative to traditional pizza.

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 4 medium zucchinis, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped

Meat & Cheese

  • 1 lb ground turkey or beef
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Seasonings & Sauces

  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Cook Meat: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey or beef until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat to reduce greasiness, then stir in the Italian seasoning to infuse flavor.
  3. Sauté Vegetables: Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet with the meat mixture. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables soften and become fragrant.
  4. Layer Ingredients: In the prepared baking dish, arrange half of the sliced zucchinis in an even layer. Top with half of the cooked meat and vegetable mixture, followed by half of the marinara sauce. Repeat the layers with the remaining zucchini, meat mixture, and marinara sauce.
  5. Add Cheese and Cover: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the casserole. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil to keep moisture in while baking.
  6. Bake: Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25 minutes covered, then remove the foil and bake an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is golden brown and bubbly, signaling it is fully cooked and ready to serve.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey with lean ground beef or chicken as preferred.
  • For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the meat mixture.
  • Make sure to slice zucchinis evenly to cook uniformly.
  • This casserole can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before baking.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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