Best 2 Zucchini Parmesan Lasagna Style Recipes

Indulge in a delectable culinary experience with our Zucchini Parmesan Lasagna-Style dish, a unique and flavorful take on the classic lasagna. This vegetarian lasagna features layers of tender zucchini, savory marinara sauce, creamy ricotta cheese, and gooey mozzarella cheese, all baked to perfection. The zucchini slices add a refreshing crunch and subtle sweetness, while the marinara sauce provides a rich and tangy base. The combination of ricotta and mozzarella cheese creates a creamy and stretchy texture that complements the other ingredients beautifully. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, our step-by-step recipe guide will help you create this delicious dish that is sure to impress your family and friends. Additionally, we've included a collection of other mouthwatering zucchini recipes, including a flavorful zucchini fritter recipe, a refreshing zucchini salad recipe, and a delightful zucchini bread recipe. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and explore the versatility of zucchini with these culinary delights!

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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

Ingredients

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 PARMESAN

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Delicious and easy way to use zucchini!

Provided by Mary Jo

Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian

Time 45m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 large zucchini, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (16 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
In a large pot boil the zucchini until tender; drain. Meanwhile, in a medium frying pan heat the olive oil over medium heat and saute the onion and garlic until the onion is tender.
Combine the zucchini, onion and garlic in a 9x12 inch casserole dish, and mix well. Pour the spaghetti sauce over the mixture and stir well. Top with mozzarella cheese (use more or less depending on your preference).
Bake in preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until heated through and cheese is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 calories, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 16.3 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 512.3 mg, Sugar 12.2 g

Tips:

To save time, use pre-shredded zucchini and Parmesan cheese.
If you don't have a food processor, you can grate the zucchini and Parmesan cheese by hand using a box grater.
Be sure to squeeze out the excess moisture from the zucchini before adding it to the lasagna mixture.
Don't overcook the lasagna, or the zucchini will become mushy.
Serve the lasagna with a side of garlic bread or a fresh salad.

Conclusion:

Zucchini Parmesan lasagna is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new lasagna recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!