Description
This Cheesy Beef & Zucchini Casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender ground beef, fresh zucchini, and gooey cheeses for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Casserole:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula.
- Stir in the sliced zucchini, drained diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the beef and zucchini mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
Cook until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed.
Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the zucchini to soften slightly.
If desired, add breadcrumbs for a crunchy topping.
Notes
- You can customize this casserole by adding other vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms.
- For a spicier kick, sprinkle red pepper flakes on top before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 385 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 518mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 97mg
Keywords: Cheesy Beef Zucchini Casserole, Beef Casserole, Zucchini Recipe, Cheesy Casserole
