Easy Ground Beef Zucchini Casserole Recipe for a Cozy Family Dinner
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This easy ground beef zucchini casserole is a perfect family dinner that is hearty and comforting.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-vegetarian
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 2 cups cooked rice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until onions are translucent.
- Stir in the sliced zucchinis, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until zucchinis are tender.
- Mix in the cooked rice and half of the cheese, combining thoroughly.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding bell peppers or mushrooms.
- Adjust the seasoning based on your family’s preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg