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    Published: May 22, 2017 Updated: Apr 2, 2022 by Hilda Sterner | This post may contain affiliate links Leave a Comment

    Low Carb Zucchini Lasagna

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    Have you ever thought about using zucchini instead of pasta in lasagna? The idea might sound strange, but don't toss it out just yet. One taste of this cheesy lasagna and you'll be glad I developed this easy and delicious Low Carb Zucchini Lasagna! Serve it with a green salad for a satisfying meal.

    Low Carb Zucchini Lasagna

    Why This Recipe Works

    The zucchini slices are the perfect, low carb replacement to traditional lasagna noodles. They hold up to the sauce, yet soak up all the delicious lasagna flavors and juices. Trust me, you'll never miss the pasta with this delicious recipe!

    How to Make This Recipe

    1. Wash zucchini and slice off ends. Slice into long strips using the thick setting (⅛”) on a mandolin.

    2. Place zucchini slices over a napkin-covered baking sheet. Sprinkle with 1 tsp. salt and set aside to allow the zucchini to release its moisture.

    sliced zucchini on a white napkin

    3. Meanwhile, add the ground beef and sausage to a large, deep pan.

    4. Break up the sausage with a wooden spoon as you stir and cook the meat over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, bell pepper, and mushrooms, along with all the herbs and spices. Cook until the meat is no longer pink.

    5. Empty two cans of stewed tomatoes into a blender and pulse until liquified.

    6. Pour the liquified stewed tomatoes over the meat and vegetables, along with the red wine and tomato paste. Stir, then simmer over low heat for 30 minutes.

    sauce for pasta cooking in a large pot

    7. While the sauce is simmering, blot out the liquid off of the zucchini slices with additional paper-towels.

    8. Spray a large skillet with non-stick cooking spray and brown the zucchini strips on both sides and set aside.

    sautéed zucchini strips

    Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

    9. Pour ½ cup of sauce on the bottom of a 9” x 13” baking dish.

    10. Cover the bottom of the pan with a layer of zucchini strips.

    zucchini strips used in lasagna

    11. Top the zucchini with 1 tablespoon parmesan cheese, followed by 2½ cups of mozzarella cheese and 2 cups of sauce. Repeat these steps one more time. ​

    Zucchini Lasagna in a pan

    12. Use the small or uneven pieces of zucchini for this middle layer, saving the larger pieces for the top layer​.

    cheesy lasagna layered in a pan with zucchini on the side

    13. Add the third layer of zucchini, followed by the remaining sauce. Cover with foil and cook in the oven for 30 minutes.

    14. Remove lasagna from the oven and raise the oven temperature to 375 degrees.

    Low Carb Zucchini Lasagna in the oven

    15. Top the lasagna with the remaining mozzarella cheese and 1 tablespoon parmesan cheese and place back in the oven, uncovered, for an additional 20 minutes.

    16. Allow to stand for 15 minutes or so, before serving.​

    Low Carb Zucchini Lasagna with a slice missing
    lasagna on a plate with salad and more lasagna on the side

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    low carb lasagna

    Low Carb Zucchini Lasagna

    Low carb doesn't have to be boring, this zucchini lasagna proves it!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: Main Dish
    Cuisine: Italian
    Prep Time: 30 minutes
    Cook Time: 1 hour
    Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
    Servings: 12 people
    Calories: 384kcal

    Ingredients

    • 3 lbs zucchini (extra large)
    • 2 tsp. salt (divided)
    • 1 lb. ground beef
    • 3 links Italian Sausage (casing removed)
    • 1 medium onion (chopped)
    • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
    • ½ medium green pepper (chopped)
    • ½ cup sliced mushrooms (chopped)
    • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
    • ½ tsp black pepper
    • 1 teaspoon dried basil
    • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
    • 2 14.5 oz cans chopped stewed tomatoes
    • ¼ cup red wine
    • 2 T. tomato paste
    • cooking spray
    • 3 T. parmesan cheese
    • 7 cups mozzarella cheese

    Instructions

    • Wash zucchini and slice off ends. Slice into long strips using the thick setting (⅛”) on a mandolin.
    • Place zucchini slices over a napkin-covered baking sheet. Sprinkle with 1 tsp. salt and set aside to allow the zucchini to release it’s moisture.
    • Meanwhile, add the ground beef and sausage to a large, deep pan.
    • Break up the sausage with a wooden spoon as you stir and cook the meat over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, bell pepper and mushrooms, along with all the herbs and spices. Cook until the meat is no longer pink.
    • Empty two cans of stewed tomatoes into a blender and pulse until liquified.
    • Pour the liquified stewed tomatoes over the meat and vegetables, along with the red wine and tomato paste. Stir, then simmer over low heat for 30 minutes.
    • While the sauce is simmering, blot out the liquid off of the zucchini slices with additional paper-towels.
    • Spray a large skillet with non-stick cooking spray and brown the zucchini strips on both sides and set aside.
    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

      Pour ½ cup of sauce on the bottom of a 9” x 13” baking dish.
    • Cover the bottom of the pan with a layer of zucchini strips.
    • Top the zucchini with 1 tablespoon parmesan cheese, followed by 2½ cups of mozzarella cheese and 2 cups of sauce. Repeat these steps one more time. ​
    • Use the small or uneven pieces of zucchini for this middle layer, saving the larger pieces for the top layer​.
    • Add the third layer of zucchini, followed by the remaining sauce. Cover with foil and cook in the oven for 30 minutes.
    • Remove lasagna from the oven and raise the oven temperature to 375 degrees.
    • Top the lasagna with the remaining mozzarella cheese and 1 tablespoon parmesan cheese and place back in the oven, uncovered, for an additional 20 minutes.
    • Allow to stand for 15 minutes or so, before serving.​

    Nutrition

    Calories: 384kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 83mg | Sodium: 1276mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g
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