Description
Savor the comforting flavors of traditional lasagna with a healthy twist! This Zucchini Lasagna with Ground Turkey offers a delicious low-carb alternative that maintains all the richness and satisfaction of the classic dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchinis
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 cup low-carb marinara sauce
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- Garlic, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice zucchinis lengthwise into strips, lightly salt them, and let them rest for 10-15 minutes to draw out moisture. Pat dry.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook olive oil and ground turkey until browned. Add minced garlic and seasonings; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in marinara sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella (reserve some), Parmesan, eggs, and herbs until well-mixed.
- In a baking dish, layer meat sauce, zucchini strips, cheese mixture three times, finishing with meat sauce and remaining mozzarella on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes; uncover and bake for another 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Let the dish rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 105mg