Zucchini Ground Beef Casserole
Zucchini Ground Beef Casserole is a comforting and satisfying dish that layers tender zucchini, savory ground beef, and gooey cheese for a delightful family meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, this recipe is easy to prepare and packed with flavor, ensuring everyone at the table enjoys a hearty serving of comfort food.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 3 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink; drain excess fat. Add onions and garlic, cooking until fragrant.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and Italian seasoning; simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Layer half of the sliced zucchini at the bottom of the baking dish, followed by half of the beef mixture and half of the cheese. Repeat layers with remaining ingredients.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider incorporating bell peppers or spinach into the layers. Swap out ground beef for turkey or chicken for a lighter option. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days or frozen for future meals.