Description
A lighter twist on pizza, this Traditional Zucchini Pizza Casserole layers savory flavors with fresh vegetables for a delightful dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 medium zucchinis, sliced or grated
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 eggs or 1 cup ricotta cheese (optional, for binding)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- If using sliced zucchini, slice zucchini 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick, lightly salt, and let sit on paper towels for 10–15 minutes, then pat dry; if using grated zucchini, grate, add to a towel, and squeeze to remove excess moisture.
- Lightly grease a baking dish. Layer a thin coat of sauce at the bottom, followed by zucchini, garlic, herbs, sauce, and cheese. Repeat until ingredients are used, finishing with a generous layer of mozzarella and Parmesan on top.
- Bake uncovered for 30–45 minutes until the top is golden and bubbling. Let rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
For added texture, you can layer in optional proteins like crumbled sausage or sautéed mushrooms. A tablespoon of breadcrumbs mixed in with grated zucchini can help absorb moisture and provide structure.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg