Zucchini Lasagna

Zucchini lasagne is a delicious variation of the classic Italian lasagne and is perfect if you’re looking for a healthier, lower-carb option. Instead of traditional pasta, we use thinly sliced zucchini.

First, fry the ground beef or turkey, add onions and garlic for flavor, and then sauté it in a rich marinara sauce. Add a creamy mixture of ricotta cheese, eggs and Parmesan. Layer these ingredients with the mozzarella cheese and you will have a rich, cheesy and aromatic dish.

It’s simple to make and when it comes out of the oven all bubbly and golden, you’ll know you’ve got a delicious dish. Plus, it’s a healthier alternative that doesn’t sacrifice flavor. Try it and I promise you won’t miss the pasta. Enjoy your zucchini lasagne!

Zucchini Lasagna

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Course: Main Food Recipes

Cuisine: Italian

Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes minutes

Total Time: 1 hour hour

Servings: 6 servings

Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

• 4 medium zucchinis, thinly sliced lengthwise
• 1 (450g) pound ground beef or ground turkey
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (24-ounce) jar marinara sauce
• 1 (15-ounce) container ricotta cheese
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C), making sure it is hot to ensure even baking.
• In a large frying pan over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef or turkey until browned. Drain off excess fat.
• Add the chopped onion and chopped garlic to the pan with the cooked meat. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
• Stir in the marinara sauce and cook for about 10 minutes. Add salt, pepper, dried oregano and dried basil. Remove from the heat.
• In a separate bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, egg and grated Parmesan. Mix well.
• To prepare the lasagne, spread a small amount of the meat sauce in the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
• Layer the zucchini slices on top of the sauce. Spread a layer of the ricotta mixture and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layers until all the ingredients are used up, finishing with a layer of meat sauce on top.
• Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
• Remove the foil and continue baking for another 10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
• Let the zucchini lasagne cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal