Best 7 Zucchini Lasagna With Ricotta Recipes

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**Zucchini Lasagna with Ricotta: A Culinary Adventure Awaits**

Step into a world of culinary delight with our tantalizing Zucchini Lasagna with Ricotta, a dish that harmonizes the freshness of zucchini, the richness of ricotta cheese, and the savory notes of Italian herbs. This vegetarian lasagna is a symphony of flavors and textures, perfect for a wholesome and satisfying meal.

Dive into the culinary journey that awaits, where each layer of this lasagna reveals a burst of flavors. From the tender zucchini slices to the creamy ricotta filling, the tangy tomato sauce, and the aromatic herbs, this dish is a testament to the power of simple ingredients coming together to create something extraordinary.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

ZUCCHINI LASAGNA RECIPE BY TASTY



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When it comes to comfort food, there are few meals as satisfying as warm, cheesy lasagna. This recipe is a lighter take on classic lasagna. It's made with thinly sliced zucchini in place of noodles, and it calls for ground turkey for the meat sauce, but it still contains everything you love about the classic dish.

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 zucchinis
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ large white onion
2 cloves garlic
1 lb ground turkey
28 oz crushed tomato
2 teaspoons dried basil
2 teaspoons dried parsley
2 teaspoons dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 bay leaf
16 oz ricotta cheese
1 egg
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cut the ends off of the zucchini, and cut in half, lengthwise.
  • Using a vegetable peeler, peel long strips of zucchini (these will be your "noodles") and set on a baking sheet lined with paper towels.
  • Dab zucchini strips with a paper towel to absorb the excess moisture.
  • In a large pot, add olive oil, onions, and garlic. Cook until translucent, about 4-5 minutes.
  • Add ground turkey, and cook for another 4-5 minutes, or until the turkey has browned slightly.
  • Pour in crushed tomatoes, basil, parsley, oregano, salt, pepper, tomato paste, and a bay leaf. Cover and let simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 375˚F (190˚C).
  • In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, parsley, parmesan, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  • Using a baking dish, layer turkey sauce, zucchini strips, ricotta mixture, and parmesan. Repeat until there are 3 layers total, ending with the turkey sauce and topping that with parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 50 minutes (times and temperatures may vary depending on the oven).
  • Let rest for at least 20 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 25 grams, Sugar 6 grams

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

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

ZUCCHINI LASAGNA



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I plant zucchini every year, and we always seem to have more than we can use! This recipe is a particularly delicious way I use our abundant crop. -Charlotte McDaniel, Williamsville, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 cup 2% cottage cheese
4 medium zucchini (about 1-3/4 pounds)
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
Additional shredded mozzarella cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In large skillet, cook and crumble beef with onion over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes. Stir in seasonings and tomato sauce. Bring to a boil; simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes. In a bowl, mix egg and cottage cheese., Trim ends of zucchini; cut lengthwise into 1/4-in.-thick slices. Layer half the slices in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray; dust with half the flour. Top with cottage cheese mixture and half the meat sauce. Add remaining zucchini; dust with remaining flour. Spread with remaining meat sauce; sprinkle with 1 cup mozzarella cheese., Bake, uncovered, until heated through, about 40 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with additional cheese. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 92mg cholesterol, Sodium 725mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ZUCCHINI RICOTTA BAKE



Zucchini Ricotta Bake image

I have made this lasagna-like zucchini casserole frequently over the years and shared the recipe with many. Recently, my daughter had some heart trouble, so I adapted the recipe to cut fat and calories. We think this version is just as delicious. -Eleanor Hauserman, Huntsville, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds zucchini
1 carton (15 ounces) reduced-fat ricotta cheese
1/2 cup egg substitute
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs, divided
5 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 jar (28 ounces) meatless pasta sauce
1-1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cut zucchini lengthwise into 1/4-in. slices. Place in a basket over 1 in. of boiling water. Cover and steam until just tender, 5-6 minutes. Drain; pat dry. , In a large bowl, combine ricotta, egg substitute, 3 tablespoons bread crumbs, 3 tablespoons Parmesan, parsley, oregano, basil and pepper; set aside. , Spread a third of the spaghetti sauce in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons bread crumbs. Cover with half of the zucchini, ricotta mixture and mozzarella. Repeat layers of sauce, zucchini, ricotta mixture and mozzarella. Cover with remaining sauce., Combine remaining crumbs and Parmesan; sprinkle over top. Cover and bake 45 minutes. Uncover; bake until golden brown, 15 minutes longer. Let stand 15 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 513mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ZUCCHINI LASAGNA



Zucchini Lasagna image

Provided by Crystal Cook

Categories     Cheese     Tomato     turkey     Vegetable     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Back to School     Dinner     Casserole/Gratin     Ricotta     Squash     Zucchini     Poker/Game Night     Party     Potluck     Oregano     Mandoline     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Small Plates

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 pound ground turkey
1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes
3 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
2 teaspoons salt
2 medium zucchini
1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (2 ounces)

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  • 2. In a large straight-sided skillet set over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil. Add the onion and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is tender, about 8 minutes. Add the turkey and cook, breaking up any large pieces with the back of a spoon, until brown throughout, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the tomatoes and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer until it thickens, about 20 minutes. Stir in the oregano and salt. Let cool.
  • 3. Slice the zucchini lengthwise into thin strips (about 1/8 inch thick). Put 5 or 6 zucchini slices, overlapping slightly, in the bottom of an 8 x 8-inch baking dish. Top with 1 cup of the sauce. Dot with 1/4 cup of the ricotta. Repeat the layers twice, alternating the direction of the zucchini. Top with the remaining zucchini and brush the top with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon oil. Dot with the remaining 1/4 cup ricotta and season with the black pepper. Top with the Parmesan cheese.
  • 4. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, until the lasagna is bubbling and the top is brown. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

ZUCCHINI LASAGNA WITH MEAT



Zucchini Lasagna with Meat image

Made in the kitchen of college kids trying to eat better, this recipe uses zucchini instead of pasta to make it lighter and healthier and no ricotta cheese!

Provided by veggiececilia

Categories     Zucchini Lasagna

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 tablespoon salt, or more to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil, or more as needed
½ medium onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound ground beef
1 medium potato, diced
1 large red bell pepper, diced
1 (26 ounce) jar marinara sauce
1 (8 ounce) package mozzarella cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Salt zucchini slices on a plate and let sit for 10 to 15 minutes while you dice the rest of the ingredients.
  • Heat a large skillet or wide pot over high heat. Add oil, onion, and garlic, and sauté until the onion gets a little brown and becomes translucent, about 5 minutes. Add ground beef, potato, and bell pepper. Cook and stir until beef is browned and crumbly, about 5 minutes. Pour in marinara sauce.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Layer marinara mixture, zucchini slices, and mozzarella cheese in that order in a casserole dish until you run out of ingredients, ending with mozzarella cheese. Cover.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, covered, for 30 minutes. Remove cover and continue baking until lasagna is cooked through and bubbly, about 15 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 518.2 calories, Carbohydrate 31.5 g, Cholesterol 90.6 mg, Fat 31.9 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 26.6 g, SaturatedFat 13.2 g, Sodium 1770.1 mg

Tips:

  • Use a sharp knife to slice the zucchini thinly and evenly. This will help them cook evenly.
  • If you don't have a mandoline, you can use a vegetable peeler to create thin zucchini slices.
  • Be sure to salt the zucchini slices before cooking them. This will help to draw out excess moisture and prevent them from becoming soggy.
  • Cook the zucchini slices in a single layer in a large skillet. This will help them to brown evenly.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet when cooking the zucchini slices. If you do, they will steam instead of brown.
  • Once the zucchini slices are browned, remove them from the skillet and set them aside.
  • Use a large baking dish to assemble the lasagna. This will help to ensure that the lasagna is cooked evenly.
  • Layer the lasagna ingredients in the following order: zucchini slices, ricotta cheese mixture, tomato sauce, and Parmesan cheese.
  • Repeat the layering process until all of the ingredients have been used.
  • Bake the lasagna in a preheated oven until it is bubbly and golden brown.
  • Let the lasagna cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

Zucchini lasagna is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional lasagna. It is made with fresh zucchini, ricotta cheese, tomato sauce, and Parmesan cheese. This lasagna is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a perfect dish for a weeknight meal or a special occasion.

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