Best 5 Easy Zucchini And Ground Beef Pizza Casserole Recipes

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Zucchini and ground beef pizza casserole is a hearty and flavorful meal that is perfect for any occasion. Made with a combination of ground beef, zucchini, pizza sauce, and cheese, this casserole is a cheesy, filling, and easy-to-make dish that is sure to satisfy the whole family. The zucchini adds a fresh and healthy twist to the casserole, while the ground beef and pizza sauce provide a savory and flavorful base. This casserole can be easily customized to your liking, making it a versatile and adaptable dish that is perfect for any meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY ZUCCHINI AND GROUND BEEF PIZZA CASSEROLE



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This is a fast and really tasty dish! You can use your own favorite pizza sauce for this, I use my own recipe #65641.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h5m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups unpeeled shredded zucchini
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided (or to taste)
2 cups mozzarella cheese, divided (or to taste)
1 lb ground beef
1 -2 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
salt and pepper
1 onion, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can Italian-style tomato sauce (tomato sauce, with 1/4 tsp. each, oregano and basil)
1 medium green pepper, seeded and chopped

Steps:

  • Set oven to 400°F.
  • Grease a 13x9 pan.
  • Place zucchini in strainer; sprinkle with salt.
  • Let drain for 10 minutes.
  • Squeeze out moisture.
  • Combine zucchini with eggs, parmesan cheese, and half of the cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
  • Press into greased 13x9 baking pan.
  • Bake at 400°F for 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, brown ground beef with garlic and onions, season with salt and pepper; drain any fat, and add/mix the tomato sauce; spoon over baked zucchini mixture.
  • Top with remaining cheeses, and sprinkle with green pepper.
  • Return to oven and bake for another 20 minutes more.

ZUCCHINI PIZZA CASSEROLE



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My husband has a hearty appetite, our two kids never tire of pizza and I grow lots of zucchini, so this tasty tomato casserole is absolutely tops with us throughout the entire year. Once you've tried the recipe, you may even decide to grow more zucchini in your own garden next summer! -Lynn Bernstetter, White Bear Lake, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups shredded unpeeled zucchini
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 can (15 ounces) Italian tomato sauce
1 medium green or sweet red pepper, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Place zucchini in colander; sprinkle with salt. Let stand 10 minutes, then squeeze out moisture. , Combine zucchini with eggs, Parmesan and half the mozzarella and cheddar cheeses. Press into a greased 13x9-in. or 3-qt. baking dish. Bake 20 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking meat into crumbles; drain. Add tomato sauce; spoon over zucchini mixture. Sprinkle with remaining cheeses; add green pepper. Bake until heated through, about 20 minutes longer., Freeze option: Cool baked casserole; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Unwrap casserole; reheat on a lower oven rack until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315 calories, Fat 20g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 855mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

DELICIOUS GROUND BEEF PIZZA CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Delicious Ground Beef Pizza Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Oven

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb lean ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh minced garlic
salt or seasoning salt and pepper
3 -4 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1 lb pepperoni, divided
1 (4 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
4 cups pasta sauce
3 -4 cups rigatoni pasta (cooked to firm-tender and drained, do not overcook the pasta)
4 cups mozzarella cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Grease a 13x9-inch baking dish.
  • Cook the gound beef in a medium skillet with the onions, green peppers, garlic, salt pepper until meat is browned and veggies are tender; drain fat, and mix in the Parmesan cheese.
  • Stir in the 1/2-pound pepperoni (chop this pepperoni to add to the mixture, leave the remaining half pound pepperoni sliced), mushrooms, pasta sauce; stir well until combined; simmer for 20-25 minutes on top of stove.
  • Set oven to 350 degrees.
  • Place the cooked rigatoni pasta on the bottom of the greased baking dish.
  • Sprinkle with 2 cups mozzarella cheese over the pasta.
  • Layer with pepperoni slices evenly over the cheese.
  • Top with the ground beef/pasta sauce mixture.
  • Bake uncovered for 30 minutes.
  • Remove from oven, sprinkle with the remaining 2 cups mozzarella cheese.
  • Return to oven and bake for 10 minutes longer, or until bubbly.
  • Let stand for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 978.9, Fat 63.4, SaturatedFat 25.9, Cholesterol 208.1, Sodium 2499.8, Carbohydrate 43.2, Fiber 6.1, Sugar 18.2, Protein 56.4

ZUCCHINI PIZZA BAKE



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This is a recipe my entire family loves. You can also use turkey instead of ground beef.

Provided by Christina

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups shredded unpeeled zucchini
½ teaspoon salt
2 eggs, lightly beaten
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 pound ground beef
½ cup chopped onion
1 (15 ounce) can Italian-style tomato sauce
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 green bell pepper, chopped
½ cup sliced fresh mushrooms
½ cup sliced black olives

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Place the zucchini in a colander and sprinkle with salt; let drain for 15 minutes then squeeze out the moisture.
  • Combine the zucchini, eggs, Parmesan, 1 cup mozzarella, and 1/2 cup Monterey Jack in a large bowl. Press the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
  • While the zucchini crust is baking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir in the ground beef and onion. Cook and stir until the beef is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink. Drain and discard any excess grease. Stir in the tomato sauce and Italian seasoning.
  • Spoon the sauce mixture over the baked zucchini crust. Top with the bell pepper, mushrooms, black olives, and the remaining mozzarella and Monterey Jack cheeses. Return to the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes or until heated through. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408.6 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Cholesterol 154.6 mg, Fat 25.6 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 33.9 g, SaturatedFat 12.8 g, Sodium 1182.4 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

ZUCCHINI AND GROUND BEEF SKILLET



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This is my wife's favorite meal. A flavorful blend of ground beef, vegetables, and your favorite cheese. A true one-skillet meal that will satisfy your whole family!

Provided by rollman

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound lean ground beef
1 medium sweet onion, finely diced
1 (8 ounce) package sliced white mushrooms
1 (6.5 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style stewed tomatoes
salt and ground white pepper to taste
4 medium zucchini
1 (8 ounce) package shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef and onion in the hot skillet until beef is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease.
  • Stir mushrooms, tomato sauce, olives, and garlic into the skillet. Crush stewed tomatoes into smaller pieces and add to the mixture. Season with salt and white pepper. Let simmer, uncovered, until liquid reduces, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Slice zucchini lengthwise; cut into 1/2-inch slices and add to the skillet. Cook, covered, until firm yet tender to the bite, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in Cheddar cheese and cook, covered, until melted, 3 to 4 minutes. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 588.5 calories, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 133.1 mg, Fat 37.6 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 41.8 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, Sodium 1308 mg, Sugar 13.4 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender zucchini. This will ensure that your casserole is not watery.
  • Grate the zucchini using the large holes of a box grater. This will help it cook evenly.
  • Brown the ground beef and onion in a large skillet until the beef is no longer pink. This will help to develop flavor and prevent the meat from being greasy.
  • Drain the excess grease from the ground beef mixture. This will help to keep your casserole from being too greasy.
  • Use a combination of cheeses in your casserole, such as mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan. This will create a rich, flavorful sauce.
  • Bake the casserole at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. This will ensure that the casserole is cooked through.

Conclusion:

Zucchini and ground beef pizza casserole is a delicious, easy-to-make casserole that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is a great way to use up leftover zucchini and ground beef, and it is also a kid-friendly meal. With its combination of zucchini, ground beef, cheese, and pizza sauce, this casserole has something for everyone. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this zucchini and ground beef pizza casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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