Description
This zucchini lasagna is a low-carb, gluten-free alternative to traditional lasagna, perfect for a comforting summer meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium zucchini
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice zucchini lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick strips. Lay strips on paper towels and sprinkle with salt to draw out moisture. Let sit for 15-20 minutes, then pat dry.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef or turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat.
- Add onion and garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, basil, oregano, and red pepper flakes (if using). Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens.
- In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, Parmesan cheese, and parsley. Mix well.
- Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Arrange a layer of zucchini slices over the sauce, overlapping slightly.
- Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the zucchini.
- Top with half of the mozzarella cheese.
- Repeat layers: meat sauce, zucchini, remaining ricotta mixture, and remaining mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until bubbly and cheese is golden brown.
- Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Salting the zucchini helps prevent the lasagna from becoming watery.
- You can add other vegetables to the meat sauce, such as mushrooms or bell peppers.
- For extra flavor, use a blend of Italian cheeses.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg