Easy Zucchini Bake with Cheese

Gluten Free
Health score
21%
Easy Zucchini Bake with Cheese
50 min.
4
368kcal

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Looking for a delicious and easy-to-make gluten-free main dish that's perfect for lunch or dinner? Look no further than this mouthwatering Easy Zucchini Bake with Cheese! This recipe is not only simple to follow, but it's also packed with flavor and serves four generous portions. With a total time of just 50 minutes, including preparation and baking, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights or when you're entertaining guests.

This delightful bake features succulent zucchini, half-moons that become tender and infused with the rich tomato and basil sauce. The addition of ground turkey adds a satisfying protein punch, while the whole kernel corn adds a delightful sweetness and texture contrast. But the real star of the show is the generous sprinkle of shredded Mexican cheese blend on top, which melts beautifully in the oven, creating a bubbly, golden-brown crust that's irresistible.

With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbs, this Easy Zucchini Bake with Cheese is not only delicious but also mindful of your dietary needs. Whether you're looking for a new way to enjoy zucchini or simply want to try a hearty, gluten-free meal, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire. So, grab your frying pan, oven, baking pan, and aluminum foil, and let's get cooking!

Ingredients

  • pound pd of ground turkey 
  • cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • cups tomato basil sauce classico®
  • 8.8 ounce corn whole drained canned
  • large zucchini halved lengthwise

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Brown turkey in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Drain fat.
  4. Place halved zucchini slices in a baking dish.
  5. Pour the ground turkey, pasta sauce, and corn on top. Cover with aluminum foil.
  6. Bake in preheated oven until zucchini are tender, about 20 to 25 minutes. Uncover, and sprinkle with cheese.
  7. Bake, uncovered, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories368kcal
Protein41.16%
Fat33.64%
Carbs25.2%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.75
Glycemic Load
0.51
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
22.863478183746%

Flavonoids

Quercetin
1.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:368.09kcal
18.4%
Fat:13.84g
21.3%
Saturated Fat:5.94g
37.15%
Carbohydrates:23.34g
7.78%
Net Carbohydrates:18.72g
6.81%
Sugar:11.13g
12.37%
Cholesterol:88.97mg
29.66%
Sodium:694.3mg
30.19%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:38.11g
76.23%
Vitamin B6:1.25mg
62.61%
Vitamin B3:12.25mg
61.26%
Phosphorus:466.85mg
46.68%
Selenium:29.58µg
42.26%
Vitamin C:34.46mg
41.77%
Potassium:1151.78mg
32.91%
Calcium:245mg
24.5%
Zinc:3.53mg
23.53%
Vitamin A:1098.37IU
21.97%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.72%
Magnesium:75.78mg
18.94%
Fiber:4.61g
18.46%
Folate:69.46µg
17.36%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.68%
Vitamin B12:0.92µg
15.38%
Vitamin B5:1.4mg
13.97%
Iron:2.32mg
12.87%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.58%
Copper:0.18mg
8.88%
Vitamin K:7.64µg
7.28%
Vitamin D:0.59µg
3.96%
Vitamin E:0.34mg
2.29%
Source:Allrecipes