Zucchini Pizza Casserole | Low-Carb & Gluten-Free
Zucchini Pizza Casserole | Low-Carb & Gluten-Free is a delicious twist on traditional pizza that combines the wholesome goodness of zucchini with savory toppings. This comforting dish is perfect for weeknight dinners, family gatherings, or meal prepping. Enjoy a hearty meal without the carbs, as the zucchini acts as a nutritious base. With layers of ground turkey, marinara sauce, and melted cheese, this casserole will satisfy your pizza cravings while catering to gluten-free and low-carb diets. Easy to prepare and customizable, it’s sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Zucchini
- 2 Eggs
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated)
- 1 lb. Ground Turkey
- 2 cups Marinara Sauce
- 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese (shredded)
- 1 Bell Pepper (chopped)
- 1 Yellow Onion (chopped)
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Grate the zucchini and drain excess moisture using a colander.
- In a mixing bowl, combine drained zucchini, eggs, parmesan cheese, black pepper, onion powder, and half of the Italian seasoning; mix well.
- Press the mixture into a greased 9×13 baking pan and bake for 20 minutes.
- Sauté chopped bell pepper and onion in olive oil until softened; add minced garlic.
- Cook ground turkey until browned; stir in marinara sauce and remaining seasoning.
- Spread turkey mixture over baked crust; top with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for an additional 20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 casserole (180g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 120mg