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Easy Turkey, Zucchini & Rice Casserole

A quick and healthy casserole combining lean turkey, fresh zucchini, and rice for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550 kcal

Ingredients
  

olive oil

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil

meat

  • 1 pound extra lean ground turkey

vegetables

  • 1/2 onion onion (chopped)
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt (divided)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper (divided)
  • 2 Portobello mushrooms Portobello mushrooms (stems removed & gills scraped, cut into 1-inch pieces)
  • 1 1/4 cup chopped zucchini (3/4-inch dice)
  • 3 large garlic cloves (minced)
  • 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 3/4 cup cooked brown rice
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1/4 cup minced flat-leaf parsley (divided)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat a baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Cook turkey, onion, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp pepper until browned.
  • Add mushrooms, zucchini, garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes; cook 3-4 min.
  • Stir in tomatoes, remaining salt and pepper; simmer 10 min.
  • Mix in rice, ¼ cup Parmesan, and 3 tbsp parsley; transfer to dish, top with remaining Parmesan, and bake 20 min.

Notes

This casserole is a balanced and flavorful meal that comes together quickly.
Keyword turkey