Ultimate Low-Carb Zucchini Lasagna

Name: Ultimate Low-Carb Zucchini Lasagna
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 80 min
Ingredients: cooking spray; 1.5 large zucchinis, thinly sliced lengthwise; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 pound ground beef; 1.5 cups low-carb marinara sauce; 2 teaspoons salt, divided; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 (8 ounce) container ricotta cheese; 1 large egg; 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese; 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese; aluminum foil

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Keto lasagna made with zucchini slices instead of pasta. This low-carb, gluten-free beef lasagna is delicious and satisfying; it's a crowd-pleaser!

Recipe by Fioa

Updated on March 27, 2023

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Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

1 hrs

Total Time:

1 hrs 20 mins

Servings:

6

Yield:

1 8-inch baking dish

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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 large egg
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
aluminum foil

Directions

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease an 8-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
Pat dry zucchini slices with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Set aside.
Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add ground beef; cook until browned, 5 to 8 minutes.

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Add marinara sauce, 1 teaspoon salt, oregano, and pepper; simmer for 10 minutes. Set aside.

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

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Arrange one 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 1/2 of the mozzarella cheese. Add another layer of zucchini slices; cover with remaining sauce and top with remaining mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.

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

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

424	Calories
27g	Fat
15g	Carbs
30g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 424
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 27g	34%
Saturated Fat 12g	60%
Cholesterol 117mg	39%
Sodium 1427mg	62%
Total Carbohydrate 15g	5%
Dietary Fiber 3g	10%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 30g
Vitamin C 15mg	76%
Calcium 476mg	37%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 667mg	14%

* 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.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.