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Zucchini Pizza Casserole

Zucchini Pizza Casserole: A Healthy Family Favorite Delight

Zucchini Pizza Casserole is a healthy, low-carb take on comfort food, combining classic pizza flavors with nourishing ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Zucchini Crust
  • 2 cups Zucchini Grated and salted
  • 1 teaspoon Salt For draining moisture
  • 2 large Eggs Binds ingredients
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese
For the Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with other meats or plant-based protein
  • 1 medium Chopped Onion
  • 1 cup Pizza Sauce
  • 1 cup Green Bell Pepper Chopped
  • 1 cup Sliced Mushrooms
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Kitchen Towel

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Grate the zucchini into a large bowl and sprinkle it with salt. Let it rest for about 10 minutes.
  3. Drain excess moisture from the zucchini using a clean kitchen towel.
  4. Mix the drained zucchini with eggs, Parmesan cheese, and half of the shredded mozzarella.
  5. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and press the zucchini mixture into the bottom.
  6. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes.
  7. Cook ground beef and chopped onion in a skillet over medium heat for 6-8 minutes.
  8. Add pizza sauce, green bell pepper, sliced mushrooms, dried oregano, garlic powder, and black pepper to the beef mixture.
  9. Spread the beef mixture over the baked crust.
  10. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese and cheddar cheese over the beef mixture.
  11. Bake for an additional 20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  12. Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, ensure to drain zucchini properly, and consider personalizing topping choices.

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