Cajun Beef and Zucchini Casserole Recipe

Name: Cajun Beef and Zucchini Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lean round steak, cut into small cubes; 1 medium yellow onion, diced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; ⅓ cup stuffed green olive, coarsely chopped; oz.can diced tomato; 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning (to taste); 1 lb rotini pasta; 1 cup zucchini, coarsely chopped and unpeeled; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

1 lb lean round steak, cut into small cubes
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 tablespoons olive oil
⅓ cup stuffed green olive, coarsely chopped
oz.can diced tomato
1 teaspoon cajun seasoning (to taste)
1 lb rotini pasta
1 cup zucchini, coarsely chopped and unpeeled
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Brown cubed beef and onion in olive oil in a deep skillet.
3
Add olives, Cajun seasoning, and undrained tomatoes.
4
Stir and simmer on low for 15 minutes.
5
Cook pasta in boiling, salted water.
6
Add the zucchini to the pasta for the last 5 minutes, to barely cook.
7
Drain.
8
Combine pasta/zucchini with the beef mixture in a baking dish.
9
Add salt and pepper to taste.
10
Sprinkle on cheddar cheese.
11
Bake 30 minutes in a glass dish in the oven.

869

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb lean round steak, cut into small cubes, 1 medium yellow onion, diced, 2 tablespoons olive oil, ⅓ cup stuffed green olive, coarsely chopped, and more.

Yes, Cajun Beef and Zucchini Casserole falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cajun Beef and Zucchini Casserole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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