Description
Zucchini Pizza Casserole is a delightful fusion of flavors that brings together the best of pizza and healthy eating. This easy-to-make casserole features layers of tender zucchini, savory ground meat, zesty pizza sauce, and gooey cheese, creating a dish that’s perfect for family dinners or gatherings. With its vibrant colors and enticing aroma, this casserole promises to please everyone at the table while keeping things low-carb and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchinis (sliced into rounds)
- 1 lb ground turkey or beef (lean)
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (mixed colors)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground meat until browned; drain excess fat.
- Stir in pizza sauce, bell peppers, and Italian seasoning; simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half of the zucchini slices, followed by half of the meat mixture and half of the cheese. Repeat layers.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approximately 220g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg