Description

Zucchini Pizza Casserole combines fresh sliced zucchini, seasoned ground beef, robust marinara, and melted mozzarella for a low‑carb, pizza‑flavored comfort dish. Layered in a baking dish, the vegetables create a tender base while the beef mixture adds hearty protein. Bake until the cheese turns golden and bubbly for a family‑friendly dinner that feels like pizza without the crust. Perfect for quick weeknight meals, meal prep, and nutritious comfort food lovers. Serve hot with a fresh side salad

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb ground beef
1 bell pepper, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
4 medium zucchinis, sliced
2 cups marinara sauce
1 tsp Italian seasoning
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2: Slice zucchinis, dice bell pepper, chop onion.
Step 3: Cook ground beef with onion and pepper until browned.
Step 4: Stir in marinara sauce and Italian seasoning; simmer.
Step 5: Layer zucchini, beef mixture, and mozzarella in a baking dish; repeat.
Step 6: Bake 30‑35 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.

Notes

Can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated before baking. Leftovers reheat well in oven or microwave. For extra crispness
broil for 2‑3 minutes at the end.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 560mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 55mg

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