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A bubbling 9x13 baking dish filled with layers of sliced zucchini, savory ground beef, and melted golden mozzarella cheese.
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Ground Beef and Zucchini Casserole

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 3 medium zucchinis , sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 15 oz tomato sauce
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp sal t
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the meat is fully browned.
  • Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Drain any excess grease from the pan.
  • Stir in the tomato sauce, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper; simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Arrange half of the zucchini slices in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  • Spread half of the ground beef mixture over the zucchini layer and sprinkle with 1 cup of mozzarella cheese.
  • Repeat with the remaining zucchini slices, remaining beef mixture, and top with the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
  • Let the casserole rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving to allow liquids to set.