A delicious and healthier twist on traditional lasagna, using zucchini slices in place of pasta.
A delicious and healthier twist on traditional lasagna, using zucchini slices in place of pasta.
Ingredients
- 3 zucchinis medium, sliced lengthwise into thin slices
- 1 pound ground beef can use ground turkey or chicken as a substitute
- 2 cups marinara sauce use your favorite store-bought or homemade
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 1 egg beaten, large
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper or to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the marinara sauce, dried oregano, and dried basil. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, beaten egg, and 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
- Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce in the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Place a layer of zucchini slices over the sauce, then spread a layer of the ricotta cheese mixture on top of the zucchini. Sprinkle with a little salt and pepper.
- Repeat these layers ending with a layer of meat sauce, and then sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses on top.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 26gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 3mg
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I’m not sure how I feel about zucchini lasagna… is it really lasagna if there’s no noodles? 🤔
I dunno about zuchinni pasta, but it was ok I guess. My husband liked it more than I did.
This feels like a healthy version of lasagna… not sure if I like that. Lol
Healthy? But lasagna is supposed to be cheesy and hearty! 😩 I’m skeptical about this one.
I actually love the idea of a healthy lasagna! Zucchini adds a nice twist. Can’t wait to try it!
Zucchini??? More like ‘zucchwhaaat?’ Not my thing. I miss the real noodles.
It was alright but my kids didn’t really like the zucchini. They said it was too watery. 🤷♀️
This lasagna was a huge hit at my family’s dinner! So cheesy and delicious. Will absolutely make again!
How many zucchinis do I need? My store only had giant ones.
You could probably use 1-2 giant zucchinis. Just slice them thin like the recipe says!
Giant zucchinis? That’s weird! I thought zucchini are usually smaller. Do you really need that many?
I added some extra spices and it really enhanced the flavor. Will make again!
This was amazing! I didn’t even miss the pasta. My kids loved it too!
I gotta be honest, I was skeptical about the zucchini but it turned out pretty good. Surprised!
I can’t cook but followed this step by step, and it turned out really good! My family loved it.
Lasagna without noodles? That’s just weird! But I tried it out anyway.
Ew! This recipe was a disaster! Zucchini is not a real pasta!!
Nah, I love zucchini lasagna! It tastes awesome! You just gotta know how to cook it.
I understand where you’re coming from, but zucchini can make a great substitute for pasta! It’s healthier and tastes pretty good when cooked right.
Uh, aren’t zucchinis just for salads? Why would I put them in lasagna? Strange.
Zucchini is actually a great substitute! It adds moisture and flavor. Just try it, you might be surprised! 😊
Zucchini lasagna? What is this sorcery? But wow, it actually tastes good.
So much cheese! This was almost a heart attack on a plate, lol. But awesome!
Y’all, I mixed up beef with chicken. Still turned out alright tho.
That’s interesting! I’ve never tried beef and chicken mixed together. How did it taste? I’m curious!
Simple, easy and yumm! 👍
I totally agree! It’s so good and super easy to make! 😍
Yumm? I don’t like zucchinis much, but my wife loved this one. Why would you use sauces from the store tho? Just make your own!
Doesn’t the zucchini get mushy? I’ve had that problem before…
This recipe is AMAZING! I’m vegan so I used tofu instead of ground beef and cashew cheese instead of ricotta. It was a hit!
I made this for my party and everyone loved it! I’ll definitely add this to my rotation.
I’m not a big fan of zucchini. Can I use eggplant instead?
Eggplant could work, but it’ll change the flavor a bit. Just make sure to slice it thin like zucchini!
This looks delicious! I can’t wait to try it this weekend. I love zucchini!
Pretty good, but I think it needed a bit more seasoning. Next time I’ll add some red pepper flakes.
Zucchini lasagna? No thank you. Real lasagna needs pasta! 👎
I actually love zucchini lasagna! It tastes lighter and is a great way to use veggies. Give it a try! 😊
But pasta is the best part! Zucchini can’t replace that chewy goodness. This ain’t real lasagna.
Tried it with turkey and it turned out fine, but my husband said he missed the beef.
I get what your husband means! Beef does add a unique flavor. Maybe next time try mixing turkey with some beef seasoning?
Turkey? That’s strange, why not just use beef? Zucchini lasagna gotta have that meaty taste!
Five stars for sure! I’m gonna make this for my potluck next week! Can’t wait to share!
Just OK. I don’t like the texture of cooked zucchini. 😕
This was absolutely delicious! My family loved it!
I used turkey and it was super tasty, way healthier too! 👍
Wow! I made this for dinner, and my family loved it! Will definitely make again!
Yummm! This is good, very good! Dee-lish! 😋
I totally agree! I made this last night and it was a hit with my family. So tasty! 😍
Looks good but I wonder if zucchini really works as lasagna noodles. Isn’t it gonna be soggy? 🤔
My kids didn’t eat it. They said it looked weird and LOL it was kinda mushy too.
It’s okay, I guess. Didn’t blow my mind. Next time I stick to regular lasagna.
I tried it, but my zucchini got too watery. Anyone else have this issue?
This is not lasagna… Where’s the pasta? I think it just should be called Zucchini Bake.
I get what you mean! Zucchini lasagna feels more like a veggie bake. But it’s still delicious! 🙂
This is impressively low in carbs compared to usual lasagna! Love it!
Loved how easy it was to make! Even my kids helped!
That’s awesome to hear! It’s great when the whole family gets involved in cooking. Zucchini lasagna is so fun and delicious! 🍽️
Awesome recipe! I added some spinach for extra healthiness, and it turned out great! 🌟
I tried this recipe, but it was missing something. Maybe more spices? Idk.
Absolutely delicious! I made this for my family and they loved it. Healthy and filling!
Just okay. I expected more… took forever to make.
I dunno, sounds like you’re just not cut out for cooking. Lasagna takes time! It’s not fast food!
I thought it was really good! It did take some time, but I think anything worth making does. Maybe try prepping the ingredients first next time?
Did anyone else add extra cheese? Because I did, and it was sooo good!
I forgot the garlic… whoops! Still tasted fine. Would try again if I remember next time.
Garlic is a must for flavor! But I’m glad it turned out okay for you. Next time, remember the garlic! 😊
Simple and delicious! The ricotta made it creamy, yummm!
Way too much cheese in it! 🤢
Too much cheese for my taste but that could just be me. It’s ok.
I understand where you’re coming from. Maybe try a bit less cheese next time? It can be rich!
Cheese is life! But I guess not everyone likes it as much. Just add more zucchini if you want! 😄
I’m not a big fan of zucchini, but this recipe was surprisingly good. Will make again!
Did not turn out like in the pictures. Too much zucchini, it got watery. 🤷♀️
Not sure if this is lasagna. Where’s the pasta? I guess it’s a healthy alternative tho.
I think real lasagna has pasta, not zucchini! This is just a scam! 🥴
Yum! Will be making for dinner again. Easy and delicious!
Sounds good, but isn’t it a bit watery? Zucchini has a lot of water… Just saying.
I know right? It’s like magic on a plate! Zucchini lasagna is just the best. 😍
Yum!!! Followed exactly except I used turkey! 👌
Turkey sounds like a great alternative! Can’t wait to try it that way.
Lasagna without noodles? Is cheese even allowed in this? 🤔
I think I messed up somewhere, didn’t get cheesy enough. But I still ate it
Tasted great! But next time I might try adding spinach or mushrooms for more flavor.
So much work for a dish! I think I just stick to regular lasagna next time.
This was amazing! My kids loved it and they usually hate veggies!
I dunno, I tried it and my kids still didn’t eat it. Maybe mine are just pickier? Not sure this recipe deserves all the hype.
That’s awesome! I’m always looking for ways to sneak veggies in for my kids. This sounds perfect!