Skinny Taco Squash Casserole

Skinny Taco Squash Casserole is a healthy spin on a weeknight supper favorite. We fill in the carb gaps with healthy yellow squash and let the Taco protein shine.

–Lean ground beef –Low fat cheese – Water – Yellow squash, diced – Garlic powder – Smoked paprika – Cayenne pepper – Chili powder – Green onions

INGREDIENTS

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cut and cube squash and place in the bottom of a 9 x 13 casserole pan. Set aside.

STEP 1

Brown ground beef and drain. Return to skillet on medium heat. 

STEP 2

Add garlic powder, paprika, cayenne and chili powder. Mix well.

STEP 3

Add water and steam meat and seasonings on low to medium heat . Simmer for 3-5 minutes until most of the liquid has evaporated. Remove from heat.

STEP 4

Spoon meat over prepared squash and top with 2 cups of low fat cheddar or mozzarella.

STEP 5

Bake for 20-30 minutes until cheese is melty and brown. Top with diced green onions to garnish.

Step 6

Allow to cool a bit before serving.

Serve and Enjoy!

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