Description
A hearty, low-carb casserole featuring seasoned ground beef, fresh zucchini, and melted cheese, baked to perfection for a comforting and healthy meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (85% lean)
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into rounds
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup marinara sauce (sugar-free)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in marinara sauce, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
- Arrange zucchini slices in a single layer in the prepared baking dish. Spread the ground beef mixture evenly over the zucchini.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses on top of the beef mixture.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: American