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Low-Carb Lasagna

Craving a hearty pasta dish without all the carbs? This easy low-carb lasagna with ground beef and zucchini is comfort food at its finest!
Author: Diabetic Foodie
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 4

Ingredients 

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with foil.
  • Place the sliced zucchini on the baking sheet and toss with oil.
    2 medium zucchini, 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Bake the zucchini for 10 minutes or until softened and some moisture has been released.
  • Meanwhile, add the beef to a skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, parsley, and salt.
    1½ pounds ground beef, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon parsley, ½ teaspoon salt
  • Stir, breaking the beef into smaller pieces in the pan, and cook until browned.
  • Drain the excess fat from the beef, then add the tomato sauce to the skillet and stir.
    2 cups tomato sauce
  • In an 8×8 baking dish, start by adding a small layer of ground beef mixture to the bottom. Next, layer on the zucchini slices.
  • Add more ground beef mixture, then mozzarella cheese.
    1½ cups mozzarella cheese
  • Repeat for a total of 3 layers, then top with Parmesan cheese.
    ½ cup grated Parmesan
  • Bake, uncovered, for 30-35 minutes or until the cheese is brown and bubbly.
    fresh herbs for garnish

Notes

This recipe is for 4 total servings of lasagna.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
To reheat, bake at 350°F until heated through.

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Nutrition Facts
Low-Carb Lasagna
Amount per Serving
Calories
454
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
19.2
g
30
%
Saturated Fat
 
7
g
35
%
Trans Fat
 
0.1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
0.6
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
3.4
g
Cholesterol
 
123.4
mg
41
%
Sodium
 
932.5
mg
39
%
Potassium
 
344
mg
10
%
Carbohydrates
 
11.5
g
4
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
6.1
g
7
%
Protein
 
55.4
g
111
%
Net carbs
 
9.5
g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.