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Beef and Zucchini Lasagna Bake


  • Author: Amanda

Ingredients

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To create this savory and satisfying Beef and Zucchini Lasagna Bake, you’ll need the following ingredients:

For the Meat Sauce:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Lasagna Layers:

  • 23 large zucchinis, thinly sliced lengthwise
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Follow these steps to make your Beef and Zucchini Lasagna Bake:

Prepare the Meat Sauce:

  1. Heat Olive Oil: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil.
  2. Sauté Onion and Garlic: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
  3. Cook the Beef: Add ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks.
  4. Add Tomatoes and Seasonings: Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Let the sauce simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Prepare the Zucchini:

  1. Slice Zucchini: Using a mandoline or a sharp knife, slice the zucchinis lengthwise into thin strips.
  2. Remove Moisture: Lay the zucchini slices on paper towels, sprinkle with salt, and let them sit for about 10 minutes. Pat them dry to remove excess moisture.

Assemble the Lasagna:

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Mix Ricotta and Egg: In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese and egg. Stir until smooth.
  3. Layer the Ingredients: In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom. Follow with a layer of zucchini slices, a layer of the ricotta mixture, a sprinkle of mozzarella, and a spoonful of Parmesan. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a generous layer of mozzarella and Parmesan on top.

Bake:

  1. Bake the Lasagna: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
  2. Remove Foil and Continue Baking: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Serve:

  1. Rest and Serve: Let the lasagna cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing. This helps the layers set and makes serving easier. Enjoy your delicious, low-carb lasagna!

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: one normal portion
  • Calories: 350
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g