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Moroccan Spiral Meatball Zucchini Bake

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This Moroccan Spiral Meatball Zucchini Bake combines zucchini spirals, spiced meatballs, and a fragrant tomato sauce in a hearty, flavorful, and low-carb casserole perfect for dinner or meal prep.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef or lamb
  • 3 medium zucchinis, spiralized
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 (14 oz) can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1–2 eggs (optional, for binding meatballs)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the ground beef or lamb with onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, paprika, turmeric, salt, pepper, and eggs if using. Form into small meatballs.
  3. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown the meatballs on all sides. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil if needed. Cook minced garlic until fragrant. Add crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of the same Moroccan spices. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Layer the spiralized zucchini evenly in a baking dish.
  6. Pour the tomato sauce over the zucchini, then nestle the browned meatballs into the sauce.
  7. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce is bubbling.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Salt and drain zucchini spirals before baking to reduce wateriness.Use pre-spiralized zucchini to save time.Make meatballs ahead of time for easier prep.Customize spice level by adding harissa or chili flakes.Try other spiralized veggies like sweet potatoes or carrots for variation.

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