Description
Ground Turkey Zucchini Casserole is a hearty and comforting dish that combines lean ground turkey, fresh zucchini, and gooey cheese for a satisfying meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. This family-friendly recipe is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste preferences, making it a go-to choice for busy cooks looking for wholesome comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 2 medium zucchinis, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Add ground turkey and Italian seasoning; cook until browned, approximately 8 minutes.
- Stir in chopped zucchini and tomato sauce; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Layer half of the mixture in the baking dish, sprinkle with half of the cheese, add the remaining mixture, and top with the rest of the cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg