Description
Savory Ground Turkey Zucchini Casserole is a hearty and nutritious dish that combines lean ground turkey with fresh zucchini and aromatic herbs. This comforting casserole is perfect for family dinners or meal prep, packing plenty of flavor while being easy to make. With an enticing blend of spices and topped with melted cheese, it’s a satisfying meal that everyone will love. Plus, it’s versatile enough to be served as a main course or a side dish, making it an excellent choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 pounds zucchini, diced
- 2 cups cooked groats (or brown rice/quinoa)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, finely chopped
- 7 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add ground turkey and cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes.
- Stir in the diced zucchini and cook for another 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add cooked groats (or chosen grain), diced tomatoes, oregano, smoked paprika, and fresh basil. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish and spread evenly across the bottom. Sprinkle shredded cheddar on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20–25 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg