Ground Beef Zucchini Casserole

Hi there, food lover! 👋 Looking for a cozy, wholesome dish that brings together hearty flavors and garden-fresh veggies? This Ground Beef Zucchini Casserole is here to comfort your soul and fill your plate with love!.

Ingredients:

For the base:

• 500g (1 lb) ground beef
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 medium zucchinis, sliced into thin rounds
• 1 medium carrot, grated (optional for extra color and nutrition)

For the sauce:

• 1 can (400g/14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the topping:

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan (or a mild alternative)
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional for extra crunch)

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions until soft, about 3 minutes.
3. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds, then add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart.
4. Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
5. In a greased baking dish, layer half the zucchini slices. Top with half of the beef mixture and repeat the layers.
6. Sprinkle the cheese over the top and breadcrumbs if using.
7. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake another 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Nutritional Information:

⏰ Prep Time: 15 minutes | 🔥 Baking Time: 30 minutes | ⏳ Total Time: 45 minutes
⚡ Calories per serving: ~380 | 🍽️ Servings: 4–6

#ZucchiniCasserole #GroundBeefRecipe #NoPorkNoAlcohol #HealthyComfortFood #SimpleAndDelicious

Bon appétit and happy cooking! 👩🍳🍽️