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Low Calorie Ground Turkey Zucchini Lasagna

A heart-healthy lasagna made with zucchini slices instead of traditional pasta and layered with ground turkey, marinara, and cheeses.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground turkey Choose lean variety (93% lean or more).
  • 3 medium zucchinis, sliced Used as a substitute for traditional pasta.
  • 2 cups marinara sauce Feel free to use homemade for a fresh taste.
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese Can use low-fat or dairy-free versions if desired.
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Regular or dairy-free mozzarella can be used.
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg To bind the ricotta filling.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • to taste salt and pepper Adjust seasoning according to preference.
  • Olive oil for cooking Use to sauté and coat baking dish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly coat a baking dish with olive oil.
  2. In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  3. Add ground turkey to the skillet and cook until nicely browned.
  4. Stir in marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let the mixture simmer for 5 to 10 minutes.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, and half of the grated parmesan cheese.
Assembly
  1. Spread a thin layer of the turkey mixture at the bottom of the baking dish.
  2. Layer zucchini slices on top, followed by the ricotta mixture. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with shredded mozzarella and remaining parmesan.
Baking
  1. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
Serving
  1. Let the lasagna cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. Freezes well for 2 to 3 months. Reheat on the stovetop or microwave.