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Zucchini Pizza Casserole

Zucchini Pizza Casserole: A Tasty Low-Carb Delight

Experience the mouthwatering Zucchini Pizza Casserole - a low-carb delight that transforms zucchini into a pizza-inspired masterpiece!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups Shredded Zucchini Salted and drained to prevent sogginess.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
For the Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with turkey or plant-based option.
  • 1 cup Chopped Onion
  • 1 cup Pizza Sauce
  • 1 cup Green Bell Pepper Chopped.
  • 1 cup Sliced Mushrooms
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • skillet
  • baking dish
  • kitchen towel

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss shredded zucchini with salt and let it rest for 10 minutes.
  3. Drain the zucchini using a towel to remove moisture.
  4. Mix drained zucchini with eggs, Parmesan, and half of the mozzarella.
  5. Grease a baking dish and press the zucchini mixture evenly to form the crust.
  6. Bake the crust for 20 minutes until lightly golden.
  7. Cook ground beef and chopped onion in a skillet until browned, about 7-10 minutes.
  8. Add pizza sauce, bell pepper, mushrooms, oregano, garlic powder, and pepper; simmer for 5 minutes.
  9. Spread meat mixture over the baked crust evenly.
  10. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and cheddar cheese on top.
  11. Bake the assembled casserole for another 20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  12. Cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure you drain the zucchini well to maintain the crust's firmness. Feel free to customize toppings to your liking.

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