Vegetarian Zucchini Lasagna

Indulge in the wholesome flavors of this Vegetarian Zucchini Lasagna, a lighter yet equally satisfying twist on the classic comfort food. This low-carb, gluten-free recipe swaps traditional pasta layers for thinly sliced zucchini, creating a dish that's packed with fresh vegetables and bursting with flavor. Creamy ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, and melted mozzarella come together in velvety layers, perfectly complemented by a robust marinara sauce infused with garlic and fresh basil. Easy to prepare, this lasagna is baked to golden, bubbly perfection and makes an ideal weeknight dinner or crowd-pleasing dish. Whether you're looking for a healthier Italian-inspired meal or simply love zucchini, this recipe is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 medium Zucchini
• 1 cup Ricotta cheese
• 1.5 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 cups Marinara sauce
• 1 large Egg
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh basil, chopped
• 0.25 teaspoons Red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Using a mandoline or a sharp knife, slice the zucchini lengthwise into thin strips, about 1/8-inch thick. Pat the slices dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, egg, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and chopped basil. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the marinara sauce and optional red pepper flakes, and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 5

Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce at the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 6

Arrange a layer of zucchini slices over the sauce, slightly overlapping the edges.

Step 7

Spread a layer of the ricotta mixture over the zucchini, followed by a sprinkle of shredded mozzarella cheese.

Step 8

Repeat the layers: marinara sauce, zucchini, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella cheese until all the ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of marinara sauce topped with mozzarella cheese.

Step 9

Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese on top is golden and bubbly.

Step 11

Let the lasagna cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1802.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1691.4

Total Fat 105.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.9g
Cholesterol 542.3mg	0%
Sodium 11325.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 97.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.6g	0%
Total Sugars 67.8g
Protein 98.6g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 2861.0mg	0%
Iron 6.4mg	0%
Potassium 2182.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.7%

Protein: 22.7%

Carbs: 22.5%