Description
A healthful yet indulgent lasagna featuring vibrant zucchini ribbons, savory turkey, and creamy cheeses, delivering comfort without the heaviness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the zucchini lengthwise into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick.
- In a skillet over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and add the ground turkey. Sauté until browned.
- Combine the ricotta cheese with the egg in a separate bowl, adding salt and pepper.
- Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce in your baking dish. Layer zucchini, turkey, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella cheese.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing.
Notes
Make-ahead by assembling the night before and storing in the fridge. Use an air fryer for a quicker option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Zucchini Lasagna, Healthy Lasagna, Comfort Food, Low-Carb Recipe