Flavorful Zucchini Lasagna No Noodles
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A delicious low-carb alternative to traditional lasagna, made with fresh zucchini and layered with flavorful ingredients.
- Author: recipes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low-Carb
- 3 large zucchini, sliced thinly
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 15 ounces ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked, then drain excess fat.
- Add marinara sauce to the cooked beef and simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Layer zucchini slices on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Add a layer of the meat sauce, followed by a layer of the ricotta mixture, and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add chopped vegetables to the meat sauce.
- This recipe can be made ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.
- Feel free to use low-fat cheeses for a lighter version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 18 grams
- Saturated Fat: 8 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 10 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 60 milligrams