How to Make Zoodle Lasagne - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a healthier, low-carb alternative to traditional lasagne? Look no further than zoodle lasagne! This creative take on a classic Italian dish swaps out lasagne noodles for zucchini noodles, also known as "zoodles," making it a lighter and more nutritious option that's perfect for anyone watching their carb intake or looking to incorporate more vegetables into their diet.

What makes zoodle lasagne so special is the combination of flavors and textures that come together in eac...

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Ingredients

  • 4 zucchini
  • 1 ½ cups homemade or store-bought tomato sauce
  • ⅔ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 ½ cups bechamel sauce
  • 1 cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
  • ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 1 9x13-inch baking dish

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Cut zucchini lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick slices with a knife or mandolin.
  • Pour 2 tablespoons tomato sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Arrange zucchini slices in a single layer, slightly overlapping, over tomato sauce.
  • Top with a thin layer of mozzarella, 1/3 of the bechamel (see Editor's Note), 1/3 of remaining tomato sauce, 1/3 of the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, and 1/3 of the basil. Repeat layers, topping with bechamel and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until sauce is bubbly and the top is golden brown, about 35 minutes. Allow to set until remaining liquid is absorbed, about 10 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    281 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 53mg
    • Sodium: 1778mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 27mg
    • Calcium: 413mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 683mg