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Summer Zucchini Lasagna

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A lighter twist on traditional lasagna using zucchini instead of pasta for a healthier and flavorful dish.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

Noodles and Meat
  • 9 pieces lasagna noodles, cooked
  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey Can substitute with ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based meats.
  • 2 cups marinara or tomato sauce
Cheese Mixture
  • 1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
  • 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese Use a mix of cheeses for added flavor.
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 piece egg
Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste pepper
  • to taste Italian seasoning

Method
 

Cook Meat
  1. In a skillet, brown the ground beef or turkey. Drain any excess fat and add the marinara sauce. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
Mix Cheese
  1. In a bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix well until smooth.
Layer
  1. In a baking dish, start by spreading a layer of meat sauce on the bottom.
  2. Then add a layer of noodles, followed by the ricotta mixture, some zucchini slices, and a sprinkle of mozzarella cheese.
  3. Repeat these layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of mozzarella on top.
Bake
  1. Cover the baking dish with foil and place it in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C).
  2. Bake for 30 minutes. After that, remove the foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
Rest & Serve
  1. Once out of the oven, let the lasagna sit for about 10 minutes before slicing. This helps it hold its shape for serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

Store any leftover lasagna in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For freezing, wrap individual portions tightly and store for up to 3 months.
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