LOW CARB ZUCCHINI LASAGNA (SOUTH BEACH FRIENDLY)

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I was craving lasagna, which is a low carb no-no, and came up with this tasty variation on a family recipe. Hope you enjoy it!

Provided by njeana25

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (26 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce
1 lb extra lean ground beef
2 cups fresh spinach leaves
1 large garlic clove
4 1/2 large zucchini
8 ounces ricotta cheese
1 egg
1/4 cup parsley flakes
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Brown and drain ground beef. Chop spinach fine, grate 1/2 of 1 zucchini, mince garlic clove and add all three to beef. Add one jar spagehetti sauce and cook untill veggies are done. Add second jar and then turn off heat. Slice remaining zucchini lengthwise into 1/4 inch slices. Combine ricotta cheese, egg and parsley in a seperate bowl, set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Pour about 2 cups of the sauce you have just prepared into the bottom of a 9x13 pan (I prefer a glass pan).
  • Layer 1/2 of the zucchini slices over sauce;.
  • Spread 1/2 of the ricotta mixture on zucchini slices;.
  • Sprinkle 1/2 of the mozzarella and parmesean cheeses over ricotta;.
  • Spread 2 cups sauce over this.
  • Repeat steps 3 - 6 using remaining ingredients.
  • Cover with foil and place on foil lined cookie sheet to catch any drips.
  • Bake 1 hour at 400 degrees. Can remove foil and cook an additional 10 minutes, if desired.

Malik AsadAli
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This lasagna is a great way to sneak some vegetables into your diet. My kids didn't even realize they were eating zucchini!


Jahid Kahn
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I've tried other low-carb lasagna recipes, but this one is by far the best. The zucchini noodles are a great substitute for traditional lasagna noodles.


Trish Petra
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The lasagna is so delicious and satisfying.


Qadir Typist 1
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I'm not a big fan of zucchini, but I really enjoyed this lasagna. The zucchini noodles were surprisingly tasty and the lasagna was very flavorful.


Faisal Ghouth
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This lasagna is a great way to use up leftover zucchini. I always have a lot of zucchini in the summer, and this is a great way to use it up.


Neal Sears
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I'm always looking for new and healthy ways to cook zucchini. This lasagna is a great option and I'll definitely be making it again.


butterfly bubblegum
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This lasagna is a great make-ahead meal. I often make it on the weekend and then reheat it during the week for lunch or dinner.


Alsmin Sirker
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can use different types of cheese, vegetables, and even meat to create your own custom lasagna.


Rishi kumar
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This lasagna is a great way to sneak some vegetables into your diet. My kids didn't even realize they were eating zucchini!


Chandpur Telecom
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I've tried other low-carb lasagna recipes, but this one is by far the best. The zucchini noodles are a great substitute for traditional lasagna noodles.


Richard Bassie
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The lasagna is so delicious and satisfying.


Carla Longstreet
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I'm not a big fan of zucchini, but I really enjoyed this lasagna. The zucchini noodles were surprisingly tasty and the lasagna was very flavorful.


Hamza fahad
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This lasagna is a great way to use up leftover zucchini. I always have a lot of zucchini in the summer, and this is a great way to use it up.


imad Nseir
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor and texture of the zucchini noodles.


Samukelo Mpunzi
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the zucchini noodles and the lasagna was a hit.


ANGWECH STELLA
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I was skeptical about using zucchini noodles in a lasagna, but I was pleasantly surprised. The noodles were tender and flavorful, and the lasagna was a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional lasagna.


Taimoor Halepoto
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I've made this recipe a few times now and it's always a success. The zucchini noodles are so easy to make and the lasagna is so hearty and delicious.


Yafet Gemeda
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This low-carb zucchini lasagna was a hit with my family! The zucchini noodles were a great substitute for traditional lasagna noodles, and the filling was flavorful and satisfying.