Whole30 Zucchini Lasagna

Indulge in the hearty and wholesome flavors of this Whole30 Zucchini Lasagna, a guilt-free twist on the classic Italian comfort food. Packed with layers of thinly sliced zucchini, rich and savory meat sauce featuring ground beef and sugar-free Italian sausage, and a creamy, dairy-free cashew "ricotta," this recipe is both satisfying and compliant with Whole30 guidelines. Each bite delivers a perfect balance of fresh zucchini, seasoned meat, and velvety ricotta substitute enhanced with the nutty flavor of nutritional yeast. With no added sugar, gluten, or dairy, this Zucchini Lasagna is a delicious, clean-eating alternative that’s ideal for anyone following a Whole30 diet or looking for a low-carb, paleo-friendly dinner option. Serve this dish straight out of the oven for a comforting meal that’s sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 large zucchini
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 pound Italian sausage (sugar-free, Whole30-compliant)
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 4 cloves, minced garlic
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (Whole30-compliant, no sugar added)
• 6 ounces tomato paste (Whole30-compliant, no sugar added)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1.5 cups raw cashews
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 0.5 cup water
• 2 cups, chopped spinach (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Using a mandoline or a sharp knife, slice the zucchinis lengthwise into thin strips, about 1/8-inch thick. Lay them on paper towels, sprinkle lightly with salt, and let sit for 10-15 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Pat them dry with another paper towel.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and Italian sausage until browned, about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 4

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the meat. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes.

Step 6

While the sauce is simmering, prepare the cashew 'ricotta.' In a blender or food processor, combine the raw cashews, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, water, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.

Step 7

If using spinach, fold it into the cashew 'ricotta.'

Step 8

In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom.

Step 9

Add a layer of zucchini slices over the meat sauce, slightly overlapping them.

Step 10

Spread a layer of cashew 'ricotta' over the zucchini slices, then top with more meat sauce.

Step 11

Repeat the layering process (zucchini, cashew 'ricotta,' meat sauce) until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of meat sauce on top.

Step 12

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

Step 13

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the lasagna is bubbling and the zucchini is tender.

Step 14

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3244.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3779.3

Total Fat 244.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 567.9mg	0%
Sodium 12719.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 221.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.6g	0%
Total Sugars 114.4g
Protein 209.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 670.8mg	0%
Iron 38.0mg	0%
Potassium 8835.5mg	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: 56.1%

Protein: 21.3%

Carbs: 22.6%