Description
Zucchini Pizza Casserole is a delightful twist on classic pizza, combining all your favorite toppings into a hearty, healthy dish. Bursting with flavors of mozzarella, savory meats, and vibrant vegetables, this easy-to-make casserole is perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings with friends. Enjoy the comforting aroma as it bakes and watch everyone savor each cheesy bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups sliced zucchini (about 2 medium zucchinis)
- 1 lb lean ground turkey or beef
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion and bell peppers in olive oil until tender (5-7 minutes).
- Add ground turkey or beef; cook until browned (8-10 minutes). Stir in salt, pepper, oregano, and basil.
- Mix in zucchini and pizza sauce; cook for an additional 5 minutes until zucchini is slightly tender.
- Transfer mixture to the baking dish. Top with mozzarella cheese and sprinkle panko breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (175g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 180mg