Cheesy Ground Beef and Zucchini Casserole Recipe
This Cheesy Ground Beef and Zucchini Casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender zucchini, savory ground beef, and gooey melted cheese for a satisfying meal.
- Author: Jeannette
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ground Beef:
Zucchini:
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
Onion and Garlic:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Cheeses:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Sour Cream:
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Additional:
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Preheat oven: to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the beef: In a skillet, cook onions and garlic, add ground beef, and brown. Drain excess grease.
- Add the zucchini: Combine zucchini, diced tomatoes, seasonings, and simmer until zucchini softens.
- Mix in sour cream: Stir in sour cream until well mixed.
- Assemble the casserole: Transfer mixture to baking dish and top with cheeses.
- Bake: Bake for 20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Let it rest before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Ground Beef, Zucchini, Casserole, Cheesy, Comfort Food