Ultimate Low-Carb Zucchini Lasagna

Gluten-Free - Diet and Healthy

Zucchini slices step in for pasta in this low-carb and gluten-free beef lasagna that is delicious and satisfying; such a crowd pleaser!

Brief

Prep 20 mins

Cook: 1hr

Total: 1hr20 mins

Servings: 6

Yield: 1 8-inch baking dish

Ultimate Low-Carb Zucchini Lasagna

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 egg

½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

divided

¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Diet and Healthy

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease an 8-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

Step 2

Pat dry zucchini slices with a paper towel to get rid of excess moisture.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

Combine remaining 1 teaspoon salt ricotta cheese egg and nutmeg in a bowl; mix well.

Step 5

Make 1 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 cup mozzarella cheese. Add another layer of zucchini slices; cover with the remaining sauce and top with 1 cup mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese. Cover baking dish with aluminum foil.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove aluminum foil and bake until top is golden about 15 minutes more.

Nutritional Information

Ultimate Low-Carb Zucchini Lasagna

Servings Per Recipe:6

Calories: 423.9

% Daily Value *

Protein: 30.4g 61%

Carbohydrates: 14.9g 5%

Dietary Fiber: 2.7g 11%

Sugars: 7.6g

Fat: 26.8g 41%

Saturated Fat: 12g 60%

Cholesterol: 117.4mg 39%

Vitamin A Iu: 851.3IU 17%

Niacin Equivalents: 11.6mg 89%

Vitamin B6: 0.5mg 29%

Vitamin C: 15.1mg 25%

Folate: 49.7mcg 12%

Calcium: 476.1mg 48%

Iron: 2.6mg 15%

Magnesium: 55.4mg 20%

Potassium: 667.3mg 19%

Sodium: 1426.6mg 57%

Thiamin: 0.1mg 13%

Calories From Fat: 241

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Nutrition information is provided for reference only. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.