Description
This delightful Savory Ground Turkey Zucchini Casserole is a wholesome and flavorful dish that combines ground turkey, zucchini, and a blend of cheeses baked to perfection. A perfect balance of protein and vegetables in one comforting casserole.
Ingredients
Scale
Ground Turkey Mixture:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 medium zucchinis, sliced into half-moons
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Cheese Mixture:
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs, beaten
Topping:
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the Turkey Mixture: Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook ground turkey, onion, and garlic until browned. Add zucchini, cherry tomatoes, seasonings, and cook until tender.
- Prepare the Cheese Mixture: In a bowl, mix sour cream, mozzarella, Parmesan, and eggs. Combine with the turkey and vegetable mixture.
- Bake: Pour the mixture into a baking dish. Top with breadcrumb mixture if desired. Bake for 30–35 minutes until set and golden brown.
- Serve: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a lower-carb version, omit or substitute breadcrumbs with crushed pork rinds.
- Additional vegetables like spinach, bell pepper, or mushrooms can be added for more variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg
