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Ground Beef Zucchini Casserole

Ground Beef Zucchini Casserole: A Cozy Family Favorite

This Ground Beef Zucchini Casserole is a family favorite that combines savory ground beef, tender zucchini, and gooey mozzarella in a comforting dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole Base
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef Try using 90% lean for less grease.
  • 3 medium Zucchini No peeling required, but salting is essential to avoid excess water.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes Fresh tomatoes work as a delightful substitute when in season.
  • 1 medium Onion Shallots can be swapped for a gentler taste.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced gives the best results.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Oregano and basil work beautifully as substitutes.
For the Creamy Topping
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Freshly shredded melts better than pre-shredded.
  • to taste Kosher Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Black Pepper Adjust to taste for a perfectly balanced dish.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • baking dish
  • Colander
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Slice zucchini into ½-inch rounds, sprinkle with salt, and let drain in a colander for 15 minutes.
  3. In a large skillet, sauté diced onion in olive oil for about 2 minutes until translucent.
  4. Add minced garlic and ground beef to the skillet; cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
  5. Mix in diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; let simmer for 1 minute.
  6. In an 8x8-inch baking dish, layer half the beef, zucchini slices, and mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers.
  7. Bake for 20–25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  8. Let rest for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Salt and drain zucchini to maintain a perfect texture. Use lean ground beef to avoid greasiness. Opt for freshly shredded cheese for better melting.

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