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Ground Beef Zucchini Bake

Savory Ground Beef Zucchini Bake for a Hearty Family Meal

A delicious Ground Beef Zucchini Bake that marries savory flavors with healthy zucchinis for a comforting family dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Zucchini
  • 1.5 lbs Zucchini cut into rounds, salted, and pat dry to remove moisture
For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 lb Ground Beef adds heartiness and helps soak up the delicious marinara flavor
  • 1 medium Onion diced for sweetness and depth in flavor
  • 8 oz Mushrooms diced to provide an earthy contrast to the meat
  • 1 tsp Salt divided (½ tsp for the beef mixture)
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder divided (½ tsp for the beef mixture)
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder divided (½ tsp for the beef mixture)
  • 0.5 tsp Paprika for a hint of smokiness and warmth
For the Assembly
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce to keep everything flavorful and moist
  • 1.5 cups Mozzarella Cheese shredded for that gooey, melty topping
  • 2 tsp Italian Herb Blend to elevate the overall flavor
  • 2 tbs Parmesan Cheese grated, for a savory finish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • baking dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prepare the zucchini by cutting it into ¼-inch rounds. Sprinkle them with salt and let them sit for 15 minutes before patting them dry.
  3. Sauté the onion and mushrooms in olive oil over medium heat until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Brown the ground beef in the skillet until it's browned, about 7-10 minutes. Season with salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
  5. Stir in the marinara sauce and let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
  6. In a greased baking dish, layer half of the zucchini rounds, followed by the beef mixture and half of the mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layers.
  7. Sprinkle the Italian herb blend and grated parmesan on top.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with fresh herbs like basil or parsley for added color and flavor.

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