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Easy Healthy Ground Turkey Zucchini Casserole in a Baking Dish

Quick & Delicious: Easy Healthy Ground Turkey Zucchini Casserole


  • Total Time: 50
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This Easy Healthy Ground Turkey Zucchini Casserole Recipe is a quick and nutritious dinner option, packed with flavor and wholesome ingredients.


Ingredients

Scale

1 pound (450g) lean (93%) ground turkey

3 cups shredded medium zucchini (about 2 medium zucchinis)

1 small yellow onion

diced

2 cloves garlic

minced

1 can (14.5 oz / 410g) diced tomatoes

no-salt-added preferred

1 cup (113g) low-fat shredded mozzarella cheese

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Salt and pepper to taste

1 tablespoon olive oil


Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent.
  • Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
  • Stir in the shredded zucchini, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and then add to the turkey mixture, mixing well.
  • Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  • Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Notes

Feel free to add your favorite vegetables for extra nutrition, and adjust seasoning to taste.

  • Prep Time: 20
  • Cook Time: 30
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 portion
  • Calories: 310 kcal
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 420 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 12 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 32 g
  • Cholesterol: 145 mg

Keywords: Easy, Healthy, Ground Turkey, Zucchini, Casserole, Recipe, Quick Dinner