Description
Zucchini Pizza Casserole is a delicious low-carb twist on traditional pizza, featuring layers of tender zucchini, savory ground meat, and gooey cheese. This comforting dish combines healthy ingredients for a satisfying meal that’s perfect for family dinners or meal prep. With its vibrant colors and irresistible flavors, this casserole is sure to be a hit at your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchinis (sliced)
- 1 lb ground turkey (or beef)
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Layer half of the sliced zucchini in the baking dish, followed by half of the cooked meat, half of the pizza sauce, and half of the cheese. Repeat these layers.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil during the last 10 minutes for a bubbly, golden top.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 150g
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg