Best 4 No Noodle Zucchini Lasagna Recipes

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Craving a hearty and flavorful lasagna but want to cut down on carbs? Look no further than this remarkable collection of no-noodle zucchini lasagna recipes. These innovative dishes offer a delightful twist on the classic lasagna, using zucchini as a healthy and delicious substitute for traditional pasta sheets.

Prepare to embark on a culinary journey with three tantalizing recipes that cater to diverse preferences and dietary needs. The "Classic No-Noodle Zucchini Lasagna" serves as the foundation, featuring layers of tender zucchini, savory meat sauce, and a creamy ricotta cheese filling, all topped with melted mozzarella cheese. For a vegetarian option, the "Zucchini Lasagna with Spinach and Mushrooms" offers a vibrant twist, incorporating sautéed spinach and mushrooms into the layers, resulting in a colorful and flavorful dish. The "Chicken Pesto Zucchini Lasagna" introduces a burst of fresh flavors, combining succulent chicken breast, aromatic pesto, and layers of zucchini and cheese.

Each recipe provides step-by-step instructions, ensuring that both experienced cooks and beginners can create these culinary masterpieces. Moreover, the recipes are accompanied by stunning high-quality images that showcase the vibrant colors and textures of each dish, making them visually appealing and enticing. So, gather your ingredients and prepare to indulge in a delectable and wholesome lasagna experience that celebrates the versatility of zucchini.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

AMAZING NO-NOODLE ZUCCHINI LASAGNA



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Zucchini lasagna has all the wonderful flavors of the traditional dish, minus the extra carbs!

Provided by Vered DeLeeuw

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 medium zucchinis ((2 lb. total weight))
Olive oil cooking spray
1 1/2 teaspoons Diamond Crystal kosher salt (divided)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper (divided)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb. lean ground beef ((85/15))
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
1 1/3 cup marinara sauce (divided)
15 oz whole milk ricotta cheese (room temperature)
2 large eggs
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil (packed (1 oz) )
8 oz shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese (divided)

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F and heat your grill to medium. Slice the zucchinis lengthwise, into 1/4-inch-thick strips, getting 6 slices out of each zucchini and discarding the ends.
  • Spray the zucchini slices with olive oil and sprinkle them with 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt, 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
  • Grill the zucchini slices, in batches, 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden and firm - not browned and crisp. Spread them on clean kitchen towels to soak up more moisture.
  • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat, about 2 minutes. Add the meat, the minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  • Cook, stirring with a wooden spoon to break up the meat, until the meat is no longer raw, about 5 minutes. Drain into a colander, then return the meat to the pot and mix in 1 cup of the marinara sauce. Turn the heat off and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, with a fork, mix together the ricotta, eggs, basil, and the remaining kosher salt and black pepper.
  • Spread the remaining 1/3 cup of the marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9 X 13 baking dish. You can also use a slightly smaller baking dish such as a dish that measures 11 X 7 inches.
  • Top the marinara sauce with a layer of zucchini, then a third of the ricotta mixture, a third of the meat mixture, and a third of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
  • Repeat, arranging the zucchini slices in the opposite direction: zucchini, 1/3 ricotta, 1/3 meat mixture, 1/3 mozzarella.
  • Repeat one last time, adding one extra layer of zucchini: zucchini, ricotta, meat mixture, more zucchini, and mozzarella.
  • Bake, uncovered, until the cheese is golden, about 30 minutes. You can finish by broiling for 1-2 minutes on high to brown the cheese, if you wish and if your dish is broiler-safe. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 26.1 g, Fat 25 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 558 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

NO-NOODLE ZUCCHINI LASAGNA



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Looking for a low-carb dinner to satisfies your Italian food craving? Look no further! This lasagna is perfect in the summer with your garden-fresh veggies and herbs, or in the winter when you need a comforting meal. You won't even miss the noodles in this one!

Provided by Jill Welch

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Lasagna Recipes     Zucchini Lasagna Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 large zucchini
1 tablespoon salt
1 pound ground beef
1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper
1 small green bell pepper, diced
1 onion, diced
1 cup tomato paste
1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce
¼ cup red wine
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
hot water as needed
1 egg
1 (15 ounce) container low-fat ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 (16 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
8 ounces grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a deep 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • Slice zucchini lengthwise into very thin slices. Sprinkle slices lightly with salt; set aside to drain in a colander.
  • To prepare the meat sauce, cook and stir ground beef and black pepper in a large skillet over medium high heat for 5 minutes. Add in green pepper and onion; cook and stir until meat is no longer pink. Stir in tomato paste, tomato sauce, wine, basil, and oregano, adding a small amount of hot water if sauce is too thick. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer sauce for about 20 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Meanwhile, stir egg, ricotta, and parsley together in a bowl until well combined.
  • To assemble lasagna, spread 1/2 of the meat sauce into the bottom of prepared pan. Then layer 1/2 the zucchini slices, 1/2 the ricotta mixture, all of the spinach, followed by all of the mushrooms, then 1/2 the mozzarella cheese. Repeat by layering the remaining meat sauce, zucchini slices, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella. Spread Parmesan cheese evenly over the top; cover with foil.
  • Bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil; raise oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), and bake an additional 15 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 494 calories, Carbohydrate 23.2 g, Cholesterol 117.7 mg, Fat 27.3 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 41.3 g, SaturatedFat 14.2 g, Sodium 2199.7 mg, Sugar 10.6 g

EASY ZUCCHINI LASAGNA



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No-cook noodles save prep time for this lasagna recipe. Since these lasagna noodles will expand during baking, avoid overlapping them. The noodles will touch the sides of dish upon baking.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 jars (24 ounces, one 14 ounces) spaghetti sauce
1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed
1 teaspoon minced garlic
9 no-cook lasagna noodles
2 cups sliced zucchini
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 carton shredded Asiago cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the spaghetti sauce, tomatoes, basil, oregano, fennel and garlic. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes., Spread 1-1/2 cups meat sauce in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with three noodles. Spread 1-1/2 cups sauce to edges of noodles. Top with half of the zucchini, 1/2 cup ricotta cheese and 1/2 cup Asiago cheese. Repeat layers. Top with remaining noodles, sauce and Asiago cheese., Cover and bake at 375° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until bubbly. Let stand 5 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 485 calories, Fat 18g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 1088mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

LAYERED ZUCCHINI LASAGNA(NO NOODLES!)



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Make and share this Layered Zucchini Lasagna(No Noodles!) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h20m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 cups water
6 cups sliced zucchini (about 3 medium)
1 lb ground round (or use ground turkey, or meatless crumbles)
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups reduced-fat spaghetti sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 cups fat-free cottage cheese (may use part ricotta or goat cheese)
1 tablespoon dried parsley
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
cooking spray
1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs, divided
1 3/4 cups preshredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add zucchini; cook 3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and cool. Or you may grill or saute the zucchini if you wish.
  • Place the ground beef(or turkey or crumbles) and garlic in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook until browned, stirring to break up meat. Stir in the spaghetti sauce, salt, basil, and oregano; cook for 1 minute. Remove from heat.
  • Combine the cottage cheese, parsley, and eggs in a medium bowl.
  • Arrange zucchini slices in a shallow 3-quart casserole coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle the zucchini with half of the breadcrumbs. Spread half of cottage cheese mixture over breadcrumbs; cover with half of the meat mixture and 1 cup mozzarella. Repeat the layers with the remaining breadcrumbs, cottage cheese mixture, and meat mixture; reserve the remaining mozzarella. Bake at 350°F for 40 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella, and bake an additional 5 minutes or until cheese melts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.3, Fat 17, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 96.9, Sodium 551.9, Carbohydrate 9.7, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 3.2, Protein 23.4

Tips:

  • Use a mandoline slicer for even zucchini slices. This will help the lasagna cook evenly and look more professional.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the zucchini slices. Cook them in batches if necessary to prevent them from steaming instead of frying.
  • Be careful not to overcook the zucchini slices. They should be tender but still have a slight bite.
  • Use a variety of cheeses in the lasagna. This will add flavor and richness to the dish.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different sauce recipes. There are many delicious options to choose from.
  • Let the lasagna rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving. This will help the flavors meld together and the lasagna to set.

Conclusion:

No-Noodle Zucchini Lasagna is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional lasagna. It's perfect for those who are on a low-carb or gluten-free diet, or for those who simply want to eat more vegetables. This lasagna is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its layers of tender zucchini, flavorful sauce, and melted cheese, this lasagna is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.

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