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Low-Carb Ground Beef Zucchini Bake

A delicious and easy low-carb bake featuring ground beef, zucchini, and mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 medium zucchini
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Method
 

  1. Slice zucchini, salt, and let sit to draw out moisture. Pat dry.
  2. Heat olive oil, sauté onion and garlic until softened.
  3. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
  4. Stir in tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5–7 minutes.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
  6. Layer zucchini, beef mixture, and repeat.
  7. Sprinkle cheese over the top.
  8. Bake for 25–30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  9. Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the beef mixture.