Description
A delicious twist on traditional pizza, this Cheesy Zucchini Pizza Casserole is a low-carb alternative packed with flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into thin rounds
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper (any color)
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced zucchinis and sauté for about 5 minutes, until they start to soften. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- In a 9×13 inch baking dish, spread half of the marinara sauce on the bottom. Layer half of the sautéed zucchini on top.
- Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese, followed by half of the pepperoni, bell pepper, and olives.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients, finishing with the rest of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add sliced jalapeños or crushed red pepper flakes.
- You can also substitute the marinara sauce with pesto for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg