Zucchini and Ground Beef Casserole

Whether you're on the keto diet or just trying to eat more veggies, this Zucchini and Ground Beef Casserole is a filling and comforting meal. The real beauty is how easy it is to customize, too! You can make it taste exactly how you want!

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Why You'll Love This Zucchini and Ground Beef Casserole Recipe

• Super Easy - If you can brown ground beef, then you can make this dish!
• Meal Prep Friendly - Pack it in your food storage containers and eat it throughout the week.
• Nutritious - It's filled with veggies and meat, giving you clean, natural sources of energy.
• Low-Carb - Since it's made without rice or pasta, it's naturally gluten-free, too.
• Versatile - You can make it taste exactly like you want it to. Make it spicy, or smoky, or give it some Asian flair - it all depends on which spices and sauces you add.

Now, go grab your cast iron skillet, and let's get ready to cook!

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Ingredients You Need to make Zucchini and Ground Beef Casserole

To make the best zucchini and ground beef skillet, here’s what you’ll need:

• 1lb ground beef
• ½ cup diced yellow onion
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1-½ lbs zucchini, sliced into ¼" rounds and quartered
• 2 cans, 14.5 oz each, Italian style diced tomatoes
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Step-by-Step Instructions

Brown the Meat

Add ground beef, onion and garlic to an oven proof skillet and heat over medium heat until beef is browned. Drain grease.

Spice It Up

Add Italian seasoning, salt and pepper and mix well.

Add The Veggies

Add zucchini and cook for 6-8 minutes or until tender.

Add Tomatoes and Cheese

Stir in tomatoes and top with cheese.

Bake and Broil

Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until cheese is melted and center is hot. Broil for 2-3 minutes if desired before serving. 

Broiling isn't necessary, but it really makes the casserole look incredible. Be careful and make sure your baking pan or ovenproof skillet can be broiled. I am using a 10" skillet.

This Zucchini and Ground Beef Casserole recipe will serve between six and eight people, depending on the size of the serving.

Serving Suggestions

This zucchini and ground beef skillet pairs perfectly with a fresh side salad or some creamy mashed potatoes (or mashed cauliflower if you're low-carb). For extra fun, sprinkle grated parmesan (a.k.a. shaky cheese) on top—your kids (and inner child) will thank you!

Why This Ground Beef Casserole Deserves a Spot in Your Weekly Rotation

This beef and zucchini casserole is so easy to whip up, that you'll have it memorized in no time! That makes it a lifesaver on those busy weeknights when you have no energy to create a recipe from scratch. Plus, it's so cheesy that it's basically comfort food (but it's good for you too).

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