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Guilt-Free Zucchini Pizza Casserole Recipe

Healthy Guilt-Free Zucchini Pizza Casserole Recipe

A low-carb, comforting casserole featuring a baked shredded zucchini crust topped with savory meat sauce and melted mozzarella cheese.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups fresh zucchini shredded
  • 3 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 lb lean ground turkey
  • 0.5 cup yellow onion finely diced
  • 1 jar low-sugar pizza sauce 15 ounces
  • 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Colander
  • Large skillet

Method
 

  1. Prep Zucchini: Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Salt the shredded zucchini, let sit for 10 minutes, then squeeze completely dry.
  2. Bake Crust: Mix the dry zucchini with eggs and parmesan. Press into a greased 9x13 dish and bake uncovered for 20 minutes.
  3. Make Sauce: Brown the ground turkey and onions in a skillet. Drain fat, then stir in pizza sauce and spices. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Assemble and Bake: Pour meat sauce over the baked crust, top with mozzarella cheese, and bake for 15 minutes until bubbly.

Notes

  • Squeezing the water out of the shredded zucchini is mandatory. Wrap it in a clean kitchen towel and wring it tightly to prevent a soggy casserole.