Zucchini Pizza Casserole: Easy, Healthy Twist on a Classic Dish
A delicious and healthy alternative to traditional pizza.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups shredded zucchini
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 pound ground turkey or beef (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and bell peppers, sauté until softened.
- If using, add ground turkey or beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in shredded zucchini, pizza sauce, olives, and Italian seasoning. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, omit the meat.
- Feel free to add or substitute your favorite pizza toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of casserole
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Zucchini Pizza Casserole