Low-Carb Zucchini Bake

Cheesy, savory, hearty — the ultimate diabetic-friendly comfort casserole.

If you love a cozy, bubbling oven dish that tastes like comfort food but keeps carbs low and blood sugar steady, this Low-Carb Zucchini Bake is going to be a repeat favorite.

Thin layers of tender zucchini, seasoned ground meat, melty cheese, and a creamy egg mixture come together in a comforting, satisfying bake that feels “indulgent” without actually being indulgent.

It’s meal-prep friendly, family-approved, and super easy to customize with whatever low-carb ingredients you have on hand.

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🧾 Ingredients

Base

• 1 lb ground beef or sausage (turkey or chicken also work)
• 3–4 medium zucchinis, sliced into thin rounds
• 1 small onion, diced (optional)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt & pepper to taste

Cheesy Egg Mixture

• 4 eggs
• ½ cup heavy cream or half & half
• 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack
• ¼ cup grated parmesan

Optional Add-Ins

• Pinch of red pepper flakes
• Fresh parsley
• A little cream cheese mixed into the meat for extra richness

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🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the Meat Layer

Cook ground beef (or sausage) in a skillet with onion and garlic until browned.
Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Drain excess fat.

2. Prepare the Zucchini

Slice zucchinis into thin, even rounds.
For less moisture, lightly salt the slices and let them sit 10 minutes, then pat dry.

3. Whisk the Egg Mixture

In a bowl, whisk together eggs, cream, mozzarella, and parmesan.

4. Assemble the Bake

In a greased baking dish:

• Add the cooked meat
• Arrange zucchini slices over the top
• Pour the cheesy egg mixture evenly across
• Add a sprinkle of extra cheese

5. Bake

Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30–35 minutes, or until bubbling, golden, and fully set.

6. Rest & Serve

Let cool 10 minutes so the layers set.
Slice, scoop, and enjoy!

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💚 Diabetic-Friendly Tips

✔ Low-carb by nature

Zucchini = low GI, high fiber, and gentle on blood sugar.

✔ Add extra veggies for fiber

Spinach, mushrooms, kale, or bell peppers blend beautifully.

✔ Choose full-fat dairy

Helps stabilize glucose and adds satisfying creaminess.

✔ Make it even leaner

Swap beef for turkey or chicken sausage.