Name: Zucchini Lasagna Recipe
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 40 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: Zucchini: 2 pounds (sliced thinly); Salt: 1 ½ teaspoons; Oil: 1 tablespoon (avocado or olive); Sweet Onion: 1 cup (finely diced); Garlic: 3 cloves (minced); Ground Beef: 1 pound (90/10); Marinara Sauce: 16 ounces; Nutmeg: A pinch; Ricotta Cheese: 16 ounces (whole milk); Egg: 1 large (whisked); Italian Seasoning: 2 teaspoons; Parmesan Cheese: ¼ cup (grated); Black Pepper: ¼ teaspoon; Mozzarella Cheese: 1 cup (shredded); Fresh Parsley and Basil (chopped, for garnish)

Zucchini Lasagna Recipe

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This Zucchini Lasagna recipe offers a flavorful and healthy alternative to traditional lasagna, using thinly sliced zucchini as noodles. The dish combines a savory meat sauce with ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan cheeses, all seasoned with classic Italian herbs. Perfect for a low-carb dinner, this lasagna is hearty, satisfying, and bursting with flavor.

Author: Emilia
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Yield: 8 servings
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

Zucchini: 2 pounds (sliced thinly)
Salt: 1 ½ teaspoons
Oil: 1 tablespoon (avocado or olive)
Sweet Onion: 1 cup (finely diced)
Garlic: 3 cloves (minced)
Ground Beef: 1 pound (90/10)
Marinara Sauce: 16 ounces
Nutmeg: A pinch
Ricotta Cheese: 16 ounces (whole milk)
Egg: 1 large (whisked)
Italian Seasoning: 2 teaspoons
Parmesan Cheese: ¼ cup (grated)
Black Pepper: ¼ teaspoon
Mozzarella Cheese: 1 cup (shredded)
Fresh Parsley and Basil (chopped, for garnish)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the zucchini thinly and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of salt to draw out moisture. Let sit for 10 minutes, then blot with paper towels.
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.
Add ground beef, cooking until browned. Drain excess fat.
Stir in marinara sauce, nutmeg, remaining salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
In a bowl, mix ricotta, egg, Italian seasoning, and parmesan cheese.
In a baking dish, layer zucchini slices, meat sauce, and ricotta mixture. Repeat layers, ending with a layer of mozzarella cheese.
Bake for 45 minutes, until bubbly and golden. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Garnish with fresh parsley and basil.

Notes

Ensure zucchini slices are thin to avoid excess moisture.
For added flavor, mix different types of cheeses.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of the dish)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 680mg

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