How to Make Zucchini Lasagna with Meat - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to comfort food, lasagna is a classic dish that never fails to satisfy. But if you're looking to lighten things up and add some extra nutrients to your meal, then zucchini lasagna with meat is the perfect choice. This recipe takes the traditional lasagna and swaps out the pasta for zucchini, making it a healthier and gluten-free alternative.

Zucchini is not only low in calories but also high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, making it a great option for those looking to...

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Ingredients

  • 4 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch slices
  • 1 tablespoon salt, or more to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, or more as needed
  • ½ medium onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium potato, diced
  • 1 large red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 (26 ounce) jar marinara sauce
  • 1 (8 ounce) package mozzarella cheese, grated

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 55 mins
  • Stand Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Salt zucchini slices on a plate and let sit for 10 to 15 minutes while you dice the rest of the ingredients.
  • Heat a large skillet or wide pot over high heat. Add oil, onion, and garlic, and sauté until the onion gets a little brown and becomes translucent, about 5 minutes. Add ground beef, potato, and bell pepper. Cook and stir until beef is browned and crumbly, about 5 minutes. Pour in marinara sauce.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Layer marinara mixture, zucchini slices, and mozzarella cheese in that order in a casserole dish until you run out of ingredients, ending with mozzarella cheese. Cover.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, covered, for 30 minutes. Remove cover and continue baking until lasagna is cooked through and bubbly, about 15 minutes more.
  • Nutrition

    518 cal.

    • Total Fat: 32g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 91mg
    • Sodium: 1770mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 32g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Protein: 27g
    • Potassium: 1158mg