Description
A delicious and nutritious Easy High-Protein Turkey Zucchini Casserole that combines lean ground turkey, fresh zucchini, and a blend of cheeses for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb lean ground turkey
- 3 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9 × 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.
- Wash the zucchini and slice them into half-moons about 1/4 inch thick. If the zucchini seems especially watery, sprinkle the slices lightly with salt and let them sit for 10 minutes. Pat them dry with paper towels.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey and cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking it apart until browned and cooked through.
- Add the diced onion and cook for another 2–3 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the drained diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Stir the plain Greek yogurt into the turkey mixture until evenly combined.
- Spread the sliced zucchini evenly in the prepared baking dish. Spoon the seasoned turkey mixture over the zucchini and gently stir to distribute.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is melted and golden. Broil for another 1–2 minutes if desired.
- Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5–10 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Remove excess moisture from zucchini to prevent a soupy casserole.
- Use lean ground turkey for a lighter dish.
- Drain the tomatoes to help the cheese brown effectively.
- Slice zucchini evenly to ensure it cooks properly.
- Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting.
- Let the casserole rest before serving for better texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg