Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Shred the zucchini and toss it in a bowl with salt. Let it sit for about 10 minutes.
- Drain the zucchini by twisting it in a clean kitchen towel to remove moisture.
- In the bowl with drained zucchini, add the eggs, Parmesan cheese, and half of the mozzarella. Stir until well combined.
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and press the zucchini mixture into an even layer.
- Bake the crust for about 20 minutes until set and lightly browned.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and onion for 7-10 minutes.
- Add the pizza sauce, green bell pepper, mushrooms, oregano, garlic powder, and black pepper to the skillet. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Spread the beef mixture evenly over the baked crust.
- Top with remaining mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
- Bake again for 20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
Notes
For optimal results, manage moisture from zucchini and experiment with cheese blends for flavor variations.