Description
All the flavors of your favorite pizza—without the crust! This zucchini pizza casserole is hearty, cheesy, and totally satisfying, with a veggie-packed base and layers of saucy, meaty goodness. It’s a comfort meal that keeps things light, gluten-free, and family-approved.
Ingredients
4 medium zucchini, shredded or diced
1 bell pepper, chopped
1 yellow onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
2 eggs
1 lb ground turkey
2 cups marinara sauce (sugar-free if preferred)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp Italian seasoning (divided)
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp onion powder
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
Sauté zucchini in a large skillet for 5–7 minutes to release moisture. Drain and pat dry.
In a bowl, whisk eggs and mix in drained zucchini, ½ tbsp Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Spread zucchini mixture into the casserole dish as the base. Bake for 15–20 minutes to set.
In the same skillet, heat olive oil. Sauté onion, bell pepper, and garlic until soft. Add turkey and cook until browned.
Stir in marinara sauce, remaining Italian seasoning, and onion powder. Simmer 5 minutes.
Pour meat sauce over the zucchini base. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 310 per serving
- Sugar: 4g per serving
- Fat: 18g per serving
- Carbohydrates: 8g per serving
- Fiber: 2g per serving
- Protein: 28g per serving