Keto Zucchini Lasagna
A healthy, low-carb comfort food featuring grilled zucchini ribbons layered with a savory ground beef sauce, creamy ricotta, and melted mozzarella. Perfect for keto diets!
Equipment
- Mandoline
- Grill
- 9x13 inch Baking Dish
Ingredients
- 2 lbs zucchini large, sliced into thin strips
- 1.5 lbs ground beef
- 1 tsp salt divided
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 15 oz full-fat ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup fresh basil finely chopped
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1.5 cups crushed tomatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 12 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Prep the zucchini "noodles": Warm up your grill to medium heat. Slice zucchinis into thin strips (under 1/4-inch thick) using a mandoline. Grill for 3-5 minutes per side until tender.
- Simmer the meat sauce: Brown the ground beef in a skillet for 7-10 minutes. Season with 3/4 tsp salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir in the tomato puree.
- Whip up the cheese filling: In a bowl, combine ricotta, parmesan, basil, egg, garlic, and the remaining 1/4 tsp salt until smooth.
- Assemble: Preheat oven to 350°F. Brush baking dish with oil. Layer 1/3 zucchini, 1/3 ricotta mixture, 1/3 meat sauce, and 1/4 mozzarella. Repeat layers, finishing with remaining mozzarella.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 30 minutes until bubbly. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Information per serving: Calories: 392 kcal, Total Carbs: 8.2g, Net Carbs: 6.5g, Fats: 24.5g, Protein: 28.5g. Enjoy this low-carb take on a classic Italian favorite!
