🥒 Zucchini Lasagna
❤️ Why You’ll Love It:
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Gluten-free and low-carb
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Packed with veggies and protein
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Deliciously cheesy and satisfying
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Meal-prep and freezer friendly
🧾 Ingredients:
For the Zucchini “Noodles”:
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3–4 medium zucchinis, sliced lengthwise into ⅛-inch strips
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Salt (to draw out moisture)
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Olive oil spray or brush
For the Meat Sauce:
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 lb ground beef or turkey
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½ onion, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 (24 oz) jar marinara or crushed tomatoes
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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Salt and pepper to taste
For the Cheese Mixture:
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1½ cups ricotta cheese
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1 egg
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¼ cup grated Parmesan
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1 tsp dried basil or parsley
For Topping:
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1½ cups shredded mozzarella
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Fresh basil (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Prep Zucchini:
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Slice zucchini lengthwise with a mandoline or knife.
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Lay slices on paper towels, sprinkle lightly with salt, and let sit for 15–20 minutes to draw out moisture.
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Pat dry thoroughly. Optional: lightly grill or roast slices for 2–3 minutes per side to reduce moisture even more.
2. Make the Sauce:
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In a skillet, heat oil and sauté onion until soft. Add garlic, then beef. Cook until browned.
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Stir in marinara and seasonings. Simmer 10–15 minutes.
3. Mix the Ricotta Filling:
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In a bowl, combine ricotta, egg, Parmesan, and basil.
4. Assemble the Lasagna:
In a 9×13-inch baking dish:
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Spread a thin layer of meat sauce
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Add a layer of zucchini slices
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Spoon and spread some ricotta mixture
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Sprinkle with mozzarella
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Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, ending with mozzarella on top
5. Bake:
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Cover loosely with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30 minutes.
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Remove foil and bake another 15–20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
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Let rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing (very important to prevent watery slices!).
🍽️ Tips:
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Drain as much moisture as possible from the zucchini to avoid soggy lasagna.
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Can be made vegetarian by skipping meat and using mushrooms or lentils.
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Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days — it reheats beautifully.
Would you like a keto version with no tomato sauce, a vegetarian version, or a freezer meal plan with this?