Zucchini Lasagna Stacks with Herbed Ricotta & Marinara
Low-Carb Friendly
High-Protein Option
Delicious layers of tender zucchini, creamy herbed ricotta, rich marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella! These individual lasagna stacks deliver all the comforting flavors of traditional lasagna without the pasta.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¾ cup low-sugar marinara sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the zucchini: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice zucchini into ¼-inch rounds. Sprinkle lightly with salt and let sit for 10 minutes. Pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Make the ricotta filling: In a bowl, combine ricotta, egg, chopped basil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, Parmesan, and black pepper. Mix until creamy.
- Prepare the baking dish: Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce over the bottom.
- Build the stacks: Arrange zucchini rounds in the dish. Add a spoonful of herbed ricotta mixture on each round, followed by a little marinara sauce and mozzarella.
- Repeat layers: Add another zucchini round on top and repeat the ricotta, marinara, and mozzarella layers. Finish with mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Rest and serve: Allow the stacks to rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil and serve warm.
Approximate Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 230
- Protein: 15 g
- Total Carbs: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Net Carbs: 9 g
- Fat: 14 g
High-Protein Tips
- Use part-skim ricotta.
- Add ½ cup finely shredded cooked chicken to the ricotta filling.
- Choose a low-sugar marinara sauce.
- Use extra mozzarella for more protein.
Result: A satisfying, low-carb alternative to traditional lasagna, with plenty of cheesy flavor and protein. ❤️
