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Ground Turkey Zucchini Casserole

Cheesy Ground Turkey Zucchini Casserole in 40 Minutes Flat

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A hearty and healthy casserole made with ground turkey, zucchini, and melted mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  3. Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-6 minutes.
  4. Stir in the diced tomatoes, Italian herbs, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Layer half of the sliced zucchini in the prepared baking dish. Top with half of the turkey mixture and sprinkle with half of the mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layers.
  6. Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes, until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is golden. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • To prevent a watery casserole, drain excess liquid from the diced tomatoes.
  • Ground turkey takes about 5-6 minutes to cook thoroughly.
  • You can roast turkey in a casserole dish at 375°F (190°C).
  • Ground turkey is fully cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • Author: Livia Reed
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg