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Zucchini and minced meat casserole with vegetables

6 servings

75 minutes

Zucchini and minced meat casserole with vegetables is a harmonious blend of fresh summer vegetables and the rich flavor of meat filling, enhanced by creamy tomato sauce. This recipe exemplifies traditional Russian cuisine, where simplicity of ingredients meets the richness of flavor nuances. Thin strips of zucchini add tenderness to the dish, while bell peppers and tomatoes contribute juiciness and a slight tanginess. Cream makes the texture soft and enveloping, while spices reveal the depth of meat flavor. It is perfect for a family dinner or entertaining guests. The casserole is served slightly cooled, allowing enjoyment of all its flavor nuances. This dish can be complemented with fresh herbs or a light salad to emphasize its naturalness and nutritional value.

Energy value per serving
CaloriesProteinsFatsCarbohydrates
421.9
kcal
18.2g
grams
34.6g
grams
8.6g
grams
Ingredients
6servings
Courgette
1 
pc
Tomatoes
2 
pc
Sweet pepper (capsicum)
1 
pc
Mince
500 
g
Cream 23%
150 
ml
Tomato paste
100 
g
Vegetable oil
100 
ml
Salt
1 
tsp
Meat spice blend
1 
tsp
Dried parsley
1 
tsp
Cooking steps

  • 1

    Prepare the products.

  • 2

    Slice the zucchini into thin strips lengthwise.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Courgette: 1 piece

  • 3

    Cut the tomato into half rings.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Tomatoes: 2 pieces

  • 4

    Cut the pepper into strips.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Sweet pepper (capsicum): 1 piece

  • 5

    Chop the unattractive or failed zucchini strips.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Courgette: 1 piece

  • 6

    Add oil to the pan.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Vegetable oil: 100 ml

  • 7

    Put the minced meat in a heated pan.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Mince: 500 g

  • 8

    Distribute evenly, add spices.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Meat spice blend: 1 teaspoon

  • 9

    Add dried parsley.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Dried parsley: 1 teaspoon

  • 10

    Then add the zucchini cut into thin strips.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Courgette: 1 piece

  • 11

    When the minced meat is almost ready, add salt.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Salt: 1 teaspoon

  • 12

    Lay strips of zucchini at the bottom of the baking dish.

  • 13

    Take cream and tomato paste to prepare the sauce.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Cream 23%: 150 ml

  • 14

    Dilute tomato paste with warm water to a kefir-like consistency.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Tomato paste: 100 g

  • 15

    Add cream.

  • 16

    Place the prepared minced meat on the zucchini by this time.

  • 17

    Evenly distribute

  • 18

    Next, add tomatoes and pepper.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Tomatoes: 2 pieces
    2. Sweet pepper (capsicum): 1 piece

  • 19

    Pour a third of the filling on top.

  • 20

    Then cover everything again with strips of zucchini.

  • 21

    Again pour with filling.

  • 22

    Spread everything evenly on the surface and bake in the oven at 180 degrees for 35-40 minutes.

  • 23

    After readiness, let it cool slightly.

  • 24

    Divide into portions.

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