Description
This Zesty Zucchini Beef Casserole is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a family dinner. Packed with flavor from ground beef, zucchini, and a blend of cheeses, this easy-to-make casserole is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
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For the Casserole:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 medium zucchinis, sliced into half-moons
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the beef mixture: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in the onion and garlic. Add zucchini and red bell pepper, sauté until tender.
- Combine ingredients: Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Assemble and bake: Transfer mixture to baking dish. Sprinkle cheeses over the top. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or more diced chilies.
- This casserole pairs well with a green salad or garlic bread.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
