How to Make Ultimate Low-Carb Zucchini Lasagna - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional lasagna? Look no further than this Ultimate Low-Carb Zucchini Lasagna! Packed with flavor and easy to make, this dish is sure to become a new family favorite. Whether you're following a low-carb lifestyle or simply looking to incorporate more vegetables into your diet, this recipe is a winner.

One of the best things about this lasagna is that it's made with zucchini instead of traditional lasagna noodles, making it a great...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 1 ½ large zucchinis, thinly sliced lengthwise
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 ½ cups low-carb marinara sauce
  • 2 teaspoons salt, divided
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 (8 ounce) container ricotta cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • aluminum foil

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 1 8-inch baking dish

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease an 8-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Pat dry zucchini slices with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add ground beef; cook until browned, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Add marinara sauce, 1 teaspoon salt, oregano, and pepper; simmer for 10 minutes. Set aside.
  • Combine ricotta cheese, egg, 1 teaspoon salt, and nutmeg in a bowl; mix well. Set aside.
  • Arrange one layer of zucchini slices in the prepared baking dish. Cover with 1/2 of the sauce. Add another layer of zucchini slices. Spread ricotta mixture on top. Sprinkle with 1/2 of the mozzarella cheese. Add another layer of zucchini slices; cover with remaining sauce and top with remaining mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove aluminum foil and bake until top is golden, about 15 minutes more.
  • Nutrition

    424 cal.

    • Total Fat: 27g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 117mg
    • Sodium: 1427mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 15g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 30g
    • Vitamin C: 15mg
    • Calcium: 476mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 667mg