This delicious zucchini lasagna has all the wonderful flavours of the traditional dish, using vegetables instead for a low-carb and gluten-free dinner idea. You won’t even miss the pasta!
Zucchini Lasagna
Ingredients
Zucchini Layer:
Ricotta Layer:
Beef Layer:
Topping:
Method
Grill the Zucchini Slices:
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Slice the zucchini lengthwise into ¼ inch thick strips.
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Lay the zucchini on a greased baking sheet with cooking spray. Spray the zucchini on top and sprinkle them with salt, pepper and garlic granules.
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Grill the zucchini slices in batches for about 5 minutes on each side until golden and firm - not burnt.
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When ready, spread them on kitchen towels to soak up more moisture.
Cook the Beef:
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Heat a little olive oil in a pan. Add the beef, onions and garlic.
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Cook, stirring until the beef is no longer raw.
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Drain the liquid from the pan, then add the remaining ingredients and simmer for 30-45 minutes, the sauce should be thick.
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Turn off heat and set aside.
Prepare the Ricotta Layer:
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In a medium bowl, mix together the ricotta, eggs, basil, salt and pepper.
Assemble:
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Spray a 9x13-inch dish with cooking spray.
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Cover the base of the dish with a layer of zucchini slices, placing in opposite direction, slightly overlapping.
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Top with ½ of the ricotta mixture, ½ meat sauce, ¼ mozzarella.
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Repeat with zucchini, ricotta, meat sauce and mozzarella ending with zucchini slices, mozzarella, parmesan and freshly ground pepper.
Bake Lasagna:
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Preheat oven to 180C/350F.
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Bake uncovered until the cheese is melted and golden, about 45 minutes.
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Let the lasagna rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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Enjoy!
