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Zucchini Pizza Casserole

Zucchini Pizza Casserole: Your New Favorite Comfort Dish

Zucchini Pizza Casserole is a delightful low-carb twist on a classic dish, featuring a cheesy zucchini crust and savory fillings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 3 medium zucchini grated
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 cup Mozzarella cheese shredded
For the Filling
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1 cup pizza sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup green bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup mushrooms sliced
Herbs & Spices
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • black pepper to taste
For Topping
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch casserole dish
  • Skillet
  • Box grater
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Colander

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  2. Grate about three medium zucchinis and sprinkle with salt. Let sit in a colander for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.
  3. After 10 minutes, squeeze out excess moisture from the grated zucchini using a clean kitchen towel.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine drained zucchini with two beaten eggs, 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, and 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.
  5. Press the zucchini mixture into the bottom of the casserole dish and bake for 20 minutes until set and lightly golden.
  6. While baking, cook 1 pound of ground beef with one chopped onion in a skillet over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes until browned and tender.
  7. Stir in 1 cup of pizza sauce, diced green bell pepper, sliced mushrooms, dried oregano, and garlic powder. Let simmer for 5 minutes.
  8. Layer the beef mixture evenly over the baked zucchini crust.
  9. Sprinkle 1 cup of mozzarella cheese and 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the beef layer.
  10. Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  11. Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite toppings and ingredients to fit your family’s taste preferences.

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