Ground Turkey Zucchini Casserole – Healthy Comfort Food
Ground Turkey Zucchini Casserole – Healthy Comfort Food is a wholesome dish that combines lean ground turkey with fresh zucchini and a blend of savory spices. This comforting casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, delivering a delicious and nutritious meal everyone will love. Rich in protein and vitamins, it’s also low in carbs, making it an excellent choice for those seeking healthier comfort food options.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately six people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil, then sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon (about 5-6 minutes).
- Stir in diced tomatoes, Italian herbs, salt, and black pepper; simmer for about 3-4 minutes.
- In the prepared baking dish, layer half of the sliced zucchini followed by half of the turkey mixture and half of the mozzarella cheese. Repeat this layering process.
- Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until bubbly and cheese is golden. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg