Low Carb Zucchini Lasagna Casserole
Easy and tasty lasagna recipe is made with zucchini for a low-carb option. Topped with mozzarella cheese and shredded parmesan and then baked to perfection.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 3 Medium Zucchini or 2 large
- 1 pound Lean Ground Beef
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 medium Sweet Onion diced
- 4-5 Garlic Cloves finely chopped
- 2 Cups Tomato Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
- ½ tablespoon Smoked Paprika
- 1½ Cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- ¼ Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375F.
- Heat oil in a large non-stick pan over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until softened, about 4-5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute more.
- Add in ground beef and continue to cook until it's no longer pink about 5 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper, and smoked paprika. Simmer for about 8-10 minutes until the sauce reduces by half, stirring occasionally.
- Meanwhile, prepare the zucchini. Cut the ends, then slice them on lengthways into 1/4 inch thick strips.
- Add one layer of zucchini slices to a 9-inch oval baking dish (or similar). Top with meat sauce, then a layer of shredded mozzarella.
- Repeat the process, finishing with the cheese layer. Sprinkle with ground parmesan cheese and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
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Notes
- Small to medium zucchini work here.
- Choose a zucchini that is pretty firm and not too soft. Ripe zucchini should feel slightly more flexible than a cucumber, but not much. Steer clear of soft zucchinis because the softness indicates they will be inedible soon.
- Ideally, avoid pre-shredded mozzarella as it tends not to melt that well.
- Cook your ground beef until the meat is no longer pink,
- You can use a mandoline, peeler, or sharp knife to slice the zucchini.
- You want your zucchini slices about 1/4 inch thick.
- Garnish with fresh parsley, for a pop of herbal freshness.
- Allow the lasagna to rest for about 5 minutes before slicing into it and serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 287kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 730mg | Potassium: 906mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 1075IU | Vitamin C: 26.6mg | Calcium: 249mg | Iron: 3.8mg