Turkey, Zucchini and Tomato Casserole
8 servings
90 minutes
Turkey casserole with zucchini and tomatoes is a refined combination of tender turkey mince, juicy vegetables, and aromatic spices encased in a golden cheese crust. This recipe embodies the best traditions of European cuisine, blending simplicity and sophistication. The light sweetness of carrots, the spiciness of garlic, and the creamy tenderness of baked cheese create a harmonious and balanced dish. Such a treat is perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, pleasing the eye and stimulating the appetite. The casserole is not only delicious but also healthy due to the combination of protein-rich turkey meat and fresh vegetables that fill it with vibrant colors and fresh aromas. It is served hot with a creamy sour cream dressing that highlights the richness of each ingredient's flavor.
1
Chop the onion finely.
- Onion: 3 heads
2
Grate the carrot on a coarse grater.
- Carrot: 3 pieces
3
Chop the garlic.
- Garlic: 3 cloves
4
Place 25 grams of butter in a heated pan, melt it, and add onion.
- Butter: 30 g
- Onion: 3 heads
5
Pour 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
6
Add 2 cloves of garlic and sauté everything until transparent.
- Garlic: 3 cloves
7
Add the carrot, stir and fry until soft. Remove from heat.
- Carrot: 3 pieces
8
Mix ¼ of the vegetable mixture with the minced meat, adding a little salt and pepper to taste.
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Turkey mince: 500 g
9
Grease the baking dish with the remaining butter. Spread the carrot-onion mixture in an even layer.
- Butter: 30 g
- Carrot: 3 pieces
- Onion: 3 heads
10
Cover the mixture with an even layer of minced meat.
- Turkey mince: 500 g
11
Peel the zucchini and slice it into thin pieces. If the zucchini is large, cut it into quarters.
- Zucchini: 1 piece
12
Slice the tomatoes.
- Tomatoes: 2 pieces
13
Layer the vegetables alternately on top of the minced meat.
- Zucchini: 1 piece
- Tomatoes: 2 pieces
14
Sprinkle cheese on top. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees and bake for 30 minutes.
- Parmesan (Parmigiano Reggiano): 50 g
- Cheddar cheese: 50 g
15
Mix the sour cream with the remaining garlic, season with salt and pepper. Take the casserole out of the oven, spread sour cream on top, and put it back for 10 minutes.
- Sour cream: 1 tablespoon
- Garlic: 3 cloves
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
16
Serve the casserole hot.
