This lasagna is made with zucchini slices instead of pasta. This low-carb, gluten-free beef lasagna is delicious and satisfying; it’s a crowd-pleaser!
Prep Time::20 mins
Cook Time:: 1 hr
Total Time:: 1 hr 20 mins
Servings::6
Yield::1 (8-inch square) 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 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 square 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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