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Zucchini bake with ground beef and mozzarella

About 492 kcal, 37 g of protein, 18 g of carbs, and 28 g of fat per serving. It works well for lunch, and takes about 45 minutes to prepare.

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Zucchini casserole with ground beef and mozzarella — about 492 kcal per serving
492kcal
37 gprotein (31% of energy)
18 gcarbs
28 gfat
6 gfiber
45 minprep time

Ingredients (1 serving)

Instructions

  1. Cut the zucchini lengthwise into thin slices, salt them, and set aside for 10 minutes. Pat dry with a paper towel.
  2. Brown the meat with the chopped onion and garlic in a dry pan. Add the chopped tomatoes (canned is fine), oregano, and basil, and simmer for 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. In an ovenproof dish, layer the zucchini slices and meat sauce, then cover the top with mozzarella slices.
  4. Bake for 25 minutes at 190°C, until the cheese is golden.

This is a lighter, pasta-free take on lasagna. You can assemble it the day before and bake it just before lunch.

Nutrition information per serving

Per servingAmount
Calories492 kcal
Protein37.5 g
Carbs17.9 g
of which sugars15.3 g
Fiber6.4 g
Fat28.3 g
of which saturated12.4 g
Salt0.9 g

We calculated the calories and macros using the listed weights and our calorie chart. Protein provides 31% of the energy, carbs 15%, and fat 54%. Weights are for ingredients in the form specified in the recipe: groats, rice, and pasta are weighed dry, and meat and fish raw, unless the recipe says otherwise.

Which meal plans include this recipe

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Nutrition information is approximate and depends on the specific products and preparation method. This recipe is for informational purposes and does not replace an individual diet plan from a dietitian. How we calculate recipe calories.

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