Description

Indulge in the comforting flavors of Zucchini Lasagna, a delicious low-carb alternative to traditional lasagna that satisfies cravings without the extra carbs. This layered dish features tender zucchini ribbons as the noodles, hearty ground beef, and a rich blend of cheeses, making it a perfect choice for family dinners or gatherings. Not only is this recipe easy to prepare with common ingredients, but it also offers versatility for various tastes. Enjoy a wholesome meal packed with protein and nutrients that everyone will love!

Ingredients

Scale

2 large zucchinis
1 1/2 pounds ground beef
10 oz ricotta cheese
1 cup cottage cheese
24 oz pasta sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup cooked spinach (squeezed dry)
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350ºF.
Using a vegetable peeler, slice zucchinis into thin ribbons.
In a medium sauté pan over medium heat, brown ground beef with Italian seasoning; drain excess fat.
In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, cottage cheese, egg, egg yolk, and squeezed spinach until creamy.
In a 9×9 baking dish, spread pasta sauce on the bottom. Layer zucchini ribbons, half the cheese mixture, and half the meat mixture; repeat layers.
Finish with zucchini ribbons on top and cover with mozzarella cheese.
Bake covered for 30 minutes; remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
Let cool for 15 minutes before slicing.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: Approximately 1/8 of the lasagna (200g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: Use fresh zucchinis for best texture. Squeeze out moisture from zucchini to prevent sogginess. Experiment with different cheeses like provolone or parmesan.