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Savory Ground Turkey Zucchini Casserole: A Comforting Delight!

A comforting and delicious casserole made with ground turkey and zucchini, perfect for a family meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 medium zucchinis sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped (optional)
  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook until the turkey is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced zucchinis, cherry tomatoes, cooked turkey mixture, marinara sauce, and half of the mozzarella cheese. Stir until well combined.
  5. Transfer the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese and the grated Parmesan cheese.
  6. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  7. Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the turkey mixture.
  • You can substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or lean beef for a different flavor profile.

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