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Ground Beef Zucchini Bake

Mouthwatering Ground Beef Zucchini Bake Your Family Will Love

This Ground Beef Zucchini Bake is a satisfying, low-carb dish that combines seasoned ground beef and tender zucchini into a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Swap for ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
  • 1 medium Onion Diced; use a sweeter onion for a milder taste.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh garlic gives the best flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Italian herbs Feel free to adjust based on your palate preferences.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Pepper
For the Vegetables
  • 2 medium Zucchini Salt and pat dry to avoid excess moisture.
For the Sauce and Cheese
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce Choose low-sugar varieties for a keto-friendly twist.
  • 1 cup Cheese Mozzarella, or consider plant-based cheese for a dairy-free alternative.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the diced onions until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and no pink remains, seasoning with Italian herbs, salt, and pepper.
  4. Slice zucchini into thin rounds and sprinkle with salt. Pat dry with paper towels.
  5. Layer half of the zucchini slices at the bottom of the baking dish.
  6. Spoon half of the cooked ground beef mixture over the zucchini, layer with half of your tomato sauce, and sprinkle half of your chosen cheese on top.
  7. Repeat the layering process with remaining zucchini, beef mixture, tomato sauce, and cheese.
  8. Bake for 40 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
  9. Slice into portions and serve warm, optionally with salad or garlic bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, salt and pat dry the zucchini to prevent excess moisture. You can also prepare this dish a day in advance and refrigerate before baking.

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