Best 5 Vegetarian Zucchini Cucumber Low Carbcalorie Lasagna For Recipes

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Are you looking for a low-carb, calorie-conscious lasagna that's also packed with flavor? Look no further than this vegetarian zucchini and cucumber lasagna. This unique dish features layers of tender zucchini and cucumber slices instead of pasta, making it a healthier and lighter alternative to traditional lasagna. The filling is a delightful combination of creamy ricotta cheese, flavorful spinach, and a blend of herbs and spices. Topped with a layer of melted mozzarella cheese, this lasagna bakes to perfection in the oven, resulting in a golden brown crust and a gooey, satisfying interior. Serve it hot with a side salad or your favorite vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal.

This article also includes two additional lasagna recipes: one made with zucchini noodles and the other with eggplant slices. The zucchini noodle lasagna is a great option for those following a keto or low-carb diet, as it uses zucchini noodles in place of traditional pasta sheets. The eggplant lasagna is a hearty and flavorful dish that's perfect for vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. Both recipes offer a unique and delicious twist on the classic lasagna, making them perfect for special occasions or everyday meals.

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

VEGETARIAN ZUCCHINI & CUCUMBER LOW CARB/CALORIE LASAGNA FOR



Vegetarian Zucchini & Cucumber Low Carb/Calorie Lasagna for image

This isn't exactly like a lasagna since there aren't any pasta noodles. Instead of the pasta, there are layers of zucchini and cucumber. I accidently peeled a cucumber the first time I tried making a zucchini lasagna and ended up with this which tasted pretty good to me. You can make the whole thing out of just zucchini if you want. I use Fat Free Organic Spaghetti Sauce with Mushrooms from Trader Joe's.

Provided by TVan8879

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 1 lasagna, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 zucchini
1/4 cucumber
3/4 cup spaghetti sauce
3 tablespoons reduced fat parmesan cheese
1 garlic clove
3 white button mushrooms

Steps:

  • Peel zucchini and cucumber with a vegetable peeler to get long wide strips
  • Layer some of the sauce in a mini loaf pan.
  • Now alternate layers of zucchini/sauce/cucumber/sauce.
  • At one point slice the mushrooms and chop the garlic and add it to one layer.
  • On the second to last layer, add the parmesan cheese
  • Finish with the last of the sauce.
  • Bake at 325 degrees for 30 minutes.

LOW CARB ZUCCHINI LASAGNA (SOUTH BEACH FRIENDLY)



Low Carb Zucchini Lasagna (South Beach Friendly) image

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.

THE VEGETARIAN LASAGNA THAT FOOLED MY FATHER



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With zucchini noodles & soy crumbles, this lasagna sounds awful, but after a full helping my father, who is anti anything low-fat, low-carb or "fake meat", delclared this lasagna DELICIOUS! Preparation is a little time consuming, so I freeze it in mini loaf pans so that we can get 5 or 6 dinners out of one preparation. My husband also loves it and requests it! We split one of the loaf pans and pair it with a salad or a little soup.

Provided by LindseyCockrell

Categories     Weeknight

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 mini loaf pans, 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 -4 zucchini, sliced very thin lengthwise, I use a mandolin to get them even
16 ounces low-fat ricotta cheese
1/2 cup low fat cottage cheese
1 (16 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce, I prefer Ragu Super chunky mushroom
1 lb mushroom, chopped
12 ounces ground meat substitute
1 1/2 cups parmesan cheese, shredded
1 1/2 cups low fat mozzarella
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • You'll need a large glass baking dish or 5 to 6 miniature loaf pans to make this dish.
  • Blanch zucchini in boiling water for 1- 1.5 minutes.
  • Drain zucchini and place between tea towels to remove as much moisture as possible. Otherwise your lasagna will be watery.
  • Sautee chopped mushrooms in olive oil, seasoning with salt & pepper.
  • Add soy crumbles to mushroom mixture and sautee 1-2 minutes, then add spaghetti sauce.
  • In a separate bowl, mix ricotta, cottage cheese, parmesan, garlic powder & salt & pepepr to taste.
  • Begin by layering the bottom of your loaf pan(s) with strips of zucchini, then a layer of the cheese mixture, and finally a layer of sauce,a nd repeat. This should just about fill your pans.
  • Cover with a layer of mozzarella.
  • Wrap in plastic wrap and/or foil and freeze, or bake at 400 for 30 minute.
  • If taking out of the freezer, thaw in the fridge for a day and pop in the oven at 400 degrees for 30 - 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.5, Fat 10.5, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 28.9, Sodium 431.7, Carbohydrate 10.8, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 5.3, Protein 15

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

EASY ZUCCHINI LASAGNA



Easy Zucchini Lasagna image

amazing zucchini lasagna recipe! one of my favorites definitely. i found it on www.mylasagnarecipe.com a while back and been using this recipe ever since.

Provided by chocolatechip84

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb lean ground beef
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 medium zucchini or 1 1/4 lbs zucchini
1 cup cream-style cottage cheese
1 egg, beaten
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add tomato sauce and seasonings. Bring to boil; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cut zucchini into 1/4-in. slices. In small bowl, combine cottage cheese and egg. In a greased 3-qt. baking dish, place half of the zucchini; sprinkle with half of flour. Top with cottage cheese mixture and half the meat mixture. Repeat layer of zucchini and flour.
  • Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and remaining meat mixture. Bake at 375° for 40 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with additional cheese if desired. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Yield: 6-8 servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.5, Fat 14.6, SaturatedFat 6.5, Cholesterol 100.8, Sodium 885.1, Carbohydrate 13.2, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 7.8, Protein 27.2

Tips:

  • Use a large skillet or griddle to cook the zucchini and cucumber slices. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from sticking.
  • Be careful not to overcook the zucchini and cucumber slices. They should be tender but still have a slight crunch.
  • If you are using a store-bought marinara sauce, be sure to choose one that is low in sugar and sodium.
  • You can add other vegetables to this lasagna, such as bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach.
  • If you are making this lasagna ahead of time, be sure to let it cool completely before storing it in the refrigerator.

Conclusion:

This vegetarian zucchini-cucumber low-carb/calorie lasagna is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy lasagna. It is made with fresh zucchini and cucumber slices, a flavorful marinara sauce, and low-fat cheese. This lasagna is also low in carbohydrates and calories, making it a great option for those on a diet.

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