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Zucchini Pizza Casserole

Delicious Zucchini Pizza Casserole for a Healthy Twist

Transform classic pizza into a healthier version with this Zucchini Pizza Casserole, combining gooey cheese, savory beef, and vibrant veggies.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 medium Zucchini Shredded
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To draw out moisture
  • 2 large Eggs Binds the crust
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Divided
For the Topping
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with turkey or plant-based options
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 1 cup Pizza Sauce Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 large Green Bell Pepper Diced
  • 1 cup Mushrooms Sliced
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust based on heat tolerance
For the Cheese Topping
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Shredded

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • paper towels

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss the shredded zucchini with a pinch of salt and let it sit for about 10 minutes.
  3. Squeeze out as much moisture from the zucchini as you can using a clean kitchen cloth or paper towels.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained zucchini with eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, and half of the mozzarella.
  5. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and press the zucchini mixture evenly into the bottom.
  6. Bake the crust for 20 minutes, or until set and lightly browned.
  7. While the crust is baking, heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and chopped onions, and cook until browned.
  8. Add the pizza sauce, diced bell peppers, sliced mushrooms, dried oregano, garlic powder, and black pepper to the skillet, and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  9. Spread the beef mixture evenly over the baked crust.
  10. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese and cheddar cheese over the beef layer.
  11. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  12. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Squeeze out water from zucchini thoroughly to avoid a soggy crust. Feel free to experiment with different cheese options.

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