This Zucchini Lasagna is my go-to recipe as soon as zucchini of all sizes overflow farmers’ market stands and grocery stores. This recipe makes for an easy and fresh dish where the zucchini is the star. Besides, I like to keep the prep process extremely simple and use fresh tomato slices instead of making the tomato sauce. Flavored with a layer of fresh basil leaves and sprinkled with shredded mozzarella, this meaty lasagna is a huge hit with the lasagna lovers at my house. Bonus? Since this recipe is gluten-free and uses only low-carb ingredients, it fits the keto diet.
I like to cut my zucchini lengthwise into ¼-inch thick slices, then I sprinkle the slices with salt and let the zucchini sit for 20 to 30 minutes. The salt draws the water out of the zucchini, so this part is crucial if you want the less watery lasagna. Make sure to pat dry the zucchini slices before assembling the lasagna. I also like to use my mandoline to slice the zucchini into uniform slices, but you can use a chef’s knife too.
To make the Zucchini Lasagna, you will need the following ingredients:
Sprinkle the zucchini slices with ½ teaspoon salt and leave to sit for 20 to 30 minutes on a paper towel-lined baking sheet.
Meanwhile, combine 1 ¼ pounds ground beef, 3 ounces cream cheese, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon salt. Don't overmix.
Preheat the oven to 425 °F.
Pat dry the zucchini slices.
Drizzle 1 teaspoon olive oil over the bottom of a casserole dish and arrange the zucchini slices in a single layer.
Next, top the zucchini with a thin layer of the meat mixture.
Arrange the tomato slices and sprinkle with a little salt to taste.
Add a layer of fresh basil leaves on top of tomatoes.
Alternate the layers of zucchini, meat mixture, tomatoes, and basil until all the ingredients are used up. End with a layer of zucchini slices and sprinkle 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over lasagna.
Bake for 30-40 minutes or until the cheese is golden brown.
Let stand for 10 minutes before serving, cut into slices and enjoy!
This no-noodle Zucchini Lasagna recipe is packed full of garden-fresh vegetables and herbs. This easy recipe is filling and delicious, and you won't even notice it’s missing the noodles, I promise! Made it? Leave us a comment below and make sure you are following @cookmerecipes on Instagram and tag us in your zucchini posts and stories.
Healthy and delicious lasagna! Thanks for sharing!
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