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Low Carb Zucchini Lasagna Boats
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4.95 from 18 votes

Low Carb Zucchini Lasagna Boats

A delicious low carb and keto lasagna recipe that's made with ground Turley instead of beef. A healthier alternative to the classic lasagna recipe.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4
Author: Rena

Ingredients

  • 2 Zucchini Medium-Large
  • 1/2 lb Lean Ground Turkey
  • 1/2 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 Garlic Clove minced
  • 1 1/2 Cup Marinara Sauce
  • 1 Cup Part-skim Ricotta Cheese
  • 1 Egg
  • 2 Tbsp Chopped fresh parsley plus more for garnish
  • 1 Cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 Cup Shredded parmesan cheese or cheddar
  • 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400F. Slice zucchini in half on length, and scoop the inside out with a spoon.
  • Place them in a baking dish, cut side up and spray with cooking spray.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper then bake for 10-12 minutes until the zucchini softens a bit.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey, Italian seasoning, garlic, and cook stirring occasionally and breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon.
  • Once the meat is golden brown and cooked through, stir in the marinara sauce and simmer for 1-2 minutes more. Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, in a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, parsley, mozzarella and half of the parmesan cheese. Mix well to combine.
  • Stuff the zucchini boats with this cheese mixture, top with the meat sauce and sprinkle with remaining parmesan cheese.
  • Cover baking dishes with foil and bake in preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes.
  • Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and enjoy

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Notes

Please keep in mind that the nutritional information is calculated using a nutrition facts calculator. It is a rough estimate and can vary greatly based on products used.
Substitutes:
  • any cheese works, we used a combo of cheddar and mozzarella, and parmesan
  • Use ground beef or chicken in place of turkey
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Storage:
Place leftovers in a container and store in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave when ready to eat. 

Nutrition

Calories: 355kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 124mg | Sodium: 981mg | Potassium: 877mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1185IU | Vitamin C: 25.2mg | Calcium: 500mg | Iron: 2.8mg