Best 6 Low Carb Mexican Lasagna Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to savor the delightful flavors of Mexican lasagna, expertly crafted with low-carb ingredients. Discover a symphony of tantalizing spices, vibrant vegetables, and succulent protein, all harmoniously layered between tender zucchini sheets. This recipe offers a guilt-free indulgence, allowing you to relish the authentic taste of Mexican cuisine while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Prepare to indulge in a flavorful and satisfying lasagna experience that will leave you craving for seconds.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MEXICAN CHICKEN LASAGNA



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Using pre-made low carb tortillas, this layered Mexican lasagna comes together quickly. It's flavored with Mexican spices and plenty of cheese.

Provided by Lisa MarcAurele

Categories     Main Course

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 pounds chicken breast (cooked and shredded)
3/4 cup sour cream
1 cup medium salsa
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon dry minced onion
1 red hot chili pepper (optional)
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 low carb tortillas
2 cups shredded cheese (I used a Mexican cheese blend)

Steps:

  • Combine chicken, sour cream, salsa, chili powder, cumin and dried onion.
  • Lightly grease bottom of 9×13 baking pan with olive oil.
  • Place half of chicken mixture in prepared pan, layer two tortillas on top, sprinkle with half the cheese. Repeat layers.
  • Bake at 425 degrees F for 12 to 15 minutes until cheese is brown.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 square, Calories 285 kcal, Carbohydrate 8 g, Protein 27 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 62 mg, Sodium 702 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 4 g

MEXICAN LASAGNA



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I collect cookbooks and recipes (this one is from my son's mother-in-law). My husband teases me that I won't live long enough to try half of the recipes in my files! He loves this easy Mexican lasagna. -Rose Ann Buhle, Minooka, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds ground beef
1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1 envelope taco seasoning
2 tablespoons hot salsa
12 ounces uncooked lasagna noodles
4 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese, divided
1 jar (16 ounces) mild salsa
2 cups water
2 cups sour cream
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
3 green onions, chopped
1 medium tomato, chopped, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in beans, chilies, taco seasoning and hot salsa., In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer a third of the noodles and meat mixture. Sprinkle with 1 cup of cheese. Repeat layers twice. , Combine mild salsa and water; pour over top. Cover and bake 1 hour or until heated through. , Top with sour cream, olives, onions, tomatoes if desired and remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, 5 minutes. Let stand 10-15 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 521 calories, Fat 28g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 110mg cholesterol, Sodium 909mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

LOW-CARB KETO LASAGNA



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Honestly better than the real thing!

Provided by kory

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 large zucchini
salt to taste
1 ½ pounds ground beef
¼ cup olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (29 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 ½ tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon parsley flakes
½ teaspoon garlic paste
½ teaspoon basil paste
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 (15 ounce) containers whole-milk ricotta cheese
1 tablespoon dried parsley
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Use a vegetable peeler to create long, thin slices of zucchini, avoiding the seedy center. Lay slices on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt. Let sit at least 15 minutes.
  • Place ground beef in a skillet over medium heat; add olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Add tomato sauce, vinegar, 1 teaspoon parsley, garlic paste, basil paste, onion powder, and red pepper flakes. Cover skillet, reduce heat, and simmer sauce 15 minutes.
  • Mix ricotta cheese, 1 tablespoon parsley, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper together in a bowl.
  • Layer 1/3 of the sauce into a 9x13-inch glass baking dish. Add 1/2 the sliced zucchini and 1/2 the ricotta cheese mixture. Repeat layering another 1/3 of the sauce, remaining zucchini, remaining ricotta mixture, and remaining sauce. Top with mozzarella cheese. Coat a sheet of aluminum foil with cooking spray and cover lasagna with it, oiled-side down.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Remove aluminum foil and continue baking until bubbly and browned, 5 to 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.8 calories, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 69.6 mg, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 820.3 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

ULTIMATE LOW-CARB ZUCCHINI LASAGNA



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Zucchini slices step in for pasta in this low-carb and gluten-free beef lasagna that is delicious and satisfying; such a crowd pleaser!

Provided by Fioa

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Lasagna Recipes     Zucchini Lasagna Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

cooking spray
1 ½ large zucchinis, thinly sliced lengthwise
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground beef
1 ½ cups low-carb marinara sauce
2 teaspoons salt, divided
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (8 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1 egg
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease an 8-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Pat dry zucchini slices with a paper towel to get rid of excess moisture.
  • Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add ground beef; cook until browned, 5 to 8 minutes. Add marinara sauce, 1 teaspoon salt, oregano, and pepper; simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Combine remaining 1 teaspoon salt, ricotta cheese, egg, and nutmeg in a bowl; mix well.
  • Make 1 layer of zucchini slices in the prepared baking dish. Cover with 1/2 of the sauce. Add another layer of zucchini slices. Spread ricotta mixture on top. Sprinkle with 1 cup mozzarella cheese. Add another layer of zucchini slices; cover with the remaining sauce and top with 1 cup mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese. Cover baking dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove aluminum foil and bake until top is golden, about 15 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423.9 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Cholesterol 117.4 mg, Fat 26.8 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 30.4 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 1426.6 mg, Sugar 7.6 g

LOW CARB MEXICAN LASAGNA



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This is a low carb version of Rachel Ray's Mexican Lasagna. Depending on ingredients, each serving is approximately 12 net carbs. Original recipe found here http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/rachael-ray/mexican-lasagna-recipe/index.html

Provided by Barefootess

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb ground chicken breast (or semi frozen chicken pulsed in food processor)
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon dried onion flakes
8 ounces enchilada sauce (I like the red Rick Bayless sauce)
6 low-carb flour tortillas (Mama Lupe's)
1/3 cup cream cheese
2 1/2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Preheat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add chicken and season with chili powder, cumin, and dried onion. Brown the meat, 5 minutes. Add enchilada sauce. Heat the mixture through, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • In the mean time, cut the 6 low carb tortillas into wedges. Spread each wedge with cream cheese.
  • Place a layer of tortillas in an oiled 9x9 pan. Top this with 1/3rd of the meat mixture, followed by 1/3rd of the shredded cheese. Keep layering tortillas, cheese and meat mixture until there are 3 or 4 layers. Top with shredded cheese. Bake for 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbling and brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 563.9, Fat 37.9, SaturatedFat 20.6, Cholesterol 180.5, Sodium 1630.6, Carbohydrate 10.9, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 8.8, Protein 44.2

LOW CARB LASAGNA



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A rich-tasting traditional lasagna, except for the pasta! Use 3 low-carb tortillas in place of the noodles - just don't forget to add the tortillas' carb count to this total.

Provided by Lise in Indiana

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 lb ground beef
8 ounces tomato sauce
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/4 cup water
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
2 drops liquid Splenda
1 dash crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1 large egg
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
4 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
grated parmesan cheese, as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350ºF.
  • Spray an 7" round (2" deep) cake pan with non-stick vegetable oil spray. I use a 7" spring form pan.
  • In a heavy skillet, brown the ground beef, stirring to break it up, until no longer pink. Drain excess fat from pan.
  • Add the tomato sauce, tomato paste, water, the seasonings, and the sweetener.
  • Simmer over low heat for 5 to 7 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings, as needed.
  • In a small bowl, combine the ricotta with the egg, the Parmesan, pepper, and the parsley.
  • Assemble lasagna : Trim 3 low-carb tortillas to 7" circles, to fit into the pan, if necessary.
  • Spread a spoonful of meat sauce in the bottom of the pan. Lay one tortilla in the bottom of the prepared pan.
  • Reserve 1/4 cup meat sauce, then use half of the remaining sauce to cover the tortilla.
  • Dollop half of the ricotta mixture over the meat sauce.
  • Reserve a couple tablespoons of mozzarella for the top. Sprinkle half of the remaining shredded mozzarella cheese over the ricotta.
  • Top with a second low-carb tortilla, and repeat the layering: meat sauce, ricotta, and mozzarella.
  • Top with a third low-carb tortilla. Spread with the reserved meat sauce and sprinkle with the reserved mozzarella and with additional grated Parmesan cheese.
  • Cover pan with foil and bake 20 minutes. Uncover and bake 20 to 25 additional minutes, till bubbly hot.
  • Remove from oven and allow to cool for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Cut into four wedges and serve.
  • If you use a 3 net carb tortilla, each serving is about 9 net carbs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332.8, Fat 22.1, SaturatedFat 11.1, Cholesterol 135, Sodium 864.2, Carbohydrate 8.1, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 4, Protein 25.5

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor, texture, and nutrients to your lasagna.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different cheeses. There are many different types of Mexican cheese that can be used in lasagna, so feel free to experiment until you find a combination that you like.
  • Make sure to cook the lasagna thoroughly. This will ensure that all of the ingredients are cooked through and that the lasagna is safe to eat.
  • Let the lasagna cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. This will help the lasagna to hold its shape and prevent it from falling apart.
  • Serve the lasagna with your favorite Mexican toppings. Some popular options include guacamole, sour cream, salsa, and pico de gallo.

Conclusion:

Low-carb Mexican lasagna is a delicious and satisfying dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its combination of flavors and textures, this lasagna is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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