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Beef and Zucchini Noodle Lasagna: A Healthy Dinner Delight!

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A healthy twist on traditional lasagna using zucchini noodles instead of pasta, combined with lean ground beef and a rich marinara sauce.

  • Author: Ghalina
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground beef (93% lean or higher)
  • 1 jar (24–26 oz) marinara or pasta sauce
  • 1/4 tsp ground red pepper (optional)
  • 15 oz reduced-fat ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded reduced-fat mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 3 tbsp shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 2 egg whites (or 1 large egg), lightly whisked
  • 2 medium zucchini, sliced diagonally into 1/4-inch slices

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Add the marinara sauce and ground red pepper to the beef, stirring to combine.
  4. In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and egg whites until well combined.
  5. In a baking dish, layer half of the zucchini slices, followed by half of the beef mixture, and half of the ricotta mixture. Repeat the layers.
  6. Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  8. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, substitute the ground beef with lentils or mushrooms.
  • Make sure to slice the zucchini thinly to ensure they cook properly.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for added nutrition.

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