Description
Zucchini Pizza Casserole is a blissfully cheesy and savory dish that combines the comfort of pizza with the wholesome goodness of zucchini. This hearty casserole is layered with seasoned ground turkey, marinara sauce, and gooey mozzarella, making it an irresistible meal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, this dish will delight both kids and adults alike. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to sneak in some vegetables!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium zucchinis (about 2 cups shredded)
- 1 lb lean ground turkey or beef
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 3 large eggs
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 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, sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant (about 3–4 minutes).
- Add ground turkey or beef to the skillet; cook until browned (5–7 minutes), breaking it up with a spatula.
- In a large bowl, mix together the cooked meat mixture, shredded zucchini, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and eggs until well combined.
- Layer half of the zucchini mixture into the greased baking dish, followed by half of the mozzarella cheese. Add the remaining zucchini mixture and top with the rest of the cheese.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg