How to Make Summer Lasagna - A Step-by-Step Guide

Summer is the season of bright flavors, fresh produce, and leisurely gatherings with loved ones. What better way to celebrate the abundance of the season than with a light and delicious Summer Lasagna? This recipe takes the classic comfort food and gives it a refreshing twist that's perfect for warm weather. With layers of vibrant vegetables, creamy ricotta, and zesty marinara sauce, this lasagna is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any summer gathering.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • ½ cup chopped green bell pepper
  • ¼ cup finely chopped carrots
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 5 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick strips
  • ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish.
  • Cook and stir ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Add tomato sauce, onion, bell pepper, carrots, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Mix cottage cheese and egg together in a small bowl until well combined.
  • Layer 1/2 of the zucchini strips in the bottom of the prepared baking dish, then spread cottage cheese mixture over top. Layer with 1/2 of the beef mixture, then 1/2 of the mozzarella. Layer with remaining zucchini, beef mixture, and mozzarella. Top with Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Allow to sit for 10 minutes, then slice and serve.
  • Nutrition

    237 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 71mg
    • Sodium: 570mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 20g
    • Vitamin C: 33mg
    • Calcium: 169mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 708mg