Description
This Ground Beef Zucchini Casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines tender zucchini, seasoned ground beef, tomatoes, and gooey melted cheese. It’s a satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
Zucchini:
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced (about 2 pounds)
Ground Beef Mixture:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes, drained
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Prepare Zucchini: Slice zucchini into 1/2-inch rounds, salt, rinse, and pat dry.
- Sauté Onion and Beef: In a skillet, cook onions, garlic, and ground beef until browned.
- Add Seasonings: Stir in tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Layer Casserole: In a baking dish, layer beef mixture, zucchini, and cheese twice.
- Bake: Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Rest and Serve: Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can customize this casserole by adding your favorite vegetables or using different cheeses.
- Make sure to drain the diced tomatoes well to prevent excess liquid in the casserole.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Ground Beef Zucchini Casserole, Zucchini Casserole Recipe, Beef and Zucchini Bake
