Description
This zucchini lasagna with ground turkey is a delicious, low-carb alternative to traditional lasagna. It’s packed with protein, vegetables, and flavor, making it perfect for those looking to enjoy a healthier version of this classic Italian dish.
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchinis, sliced lengthwise into 1/8-inch thick strips
- 1 lb (450g) lean ground turkey
- 1 cup (240ml) low-carb marinara sauce
- 15 oz (425g) ricotta cheese
- 2 cups (200g) shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Slice zucchinis and salt them as described earlier. Let sit for 10-15 minutes, then pat dry.
3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
4. Add minced garlic, half of the basil and oregano, salt, and pepper to the turkey. Cook for another 2 minutes.
5. Add marinara sauce to the turkey mixture and simmer for 5 minutes. Set aside.
6. In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, eggs, and remaining herbs.
7. In a 9×13 inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of the meat sauce.
8. Layer zucchini slices, overlapping slightly, to cover the bottom of the dish.
9. Spread 1/3 of the cheese mixture over the zucchini, followed by 1/3 of the meat sauce.
10. Repeat layers twice more, ending with meat sauce.
11. Top with remaining mozzarella cheese.
12. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
13. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until cheese is golden and bubbly.
14. Let stand for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Notes
To prevent excess moisture in the lasagna, you can grill or bake the zucchini slices for a few minutes before layering. Feel free to substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or beef if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg