Description
This hearty, low-carb Cheesy Comfort Zucchini & Beef Bake features layers of tender zucchini, rich beef, and gooey cheese. It’s simple, satisfying, and perfect for any weeknight meal or potluck gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup marinara or tomato sauce
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13” baking dish with 1 tbsp olive oil.
- In a skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil, sauté onions and garlic for 2–3 minutes.
- Add ground beef and Italian seasoning. Cook until browned, then stir in marinara. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a separate pan, lightly sauté zucchini slices for 2–3 minutes.
- Layer half the zucchini, then half the beef mixture, and half the mozzarella. Repeat layers and finish with Parmesan on top.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden. Let it rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For less moisture, salt zucchini and blot dry before layering.
- Use ground turkey or mushrooms for a lighter version.
- Double recipe for batch meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0.2g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: cheesy comfort zucchini & beef bake, zucchini casserole, low carb beef recipe, easy family dinner