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Mexican Zucchini Lasagna

Irresistibly Tasty Mexican Zucchini Lasagna Recipe You’ll Love

Enjoy this delicious and healthy Mexican Zucchini Lasagna, a gluten-free, low-carb twist on a classic dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: All Recipes
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Zoodles
  • 3-4 large Zucchini sliced into thin strips using a mandoline
  • 1 teaspoon Salt helps draw out moisture from zucchini
For the Filling
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil preferably extra-virgin
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey a lean protein source
  • 1 small Onion diced
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Taco Seasoning plus 1 teaspoon
  • to taste Pepper for seasoning
For the Sauces
  • 3/4 cup Tomato Sauce provides moisture and flavor
  • 3/4 cup Salsa adds acidity
For the Cheese Layer
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese opt for light or fat-free
  • 1 large Egg for binding
  • 1/2 cup Cilantro roughly chopped
  • 8 ounces Mexican Blend Cheese packed
  • 1 large Red Pepper chopped for layering

Equipment

  • mandoline
  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • cookie sheet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Slice your zucchinis into 1/8-inch thin strips, sprinkle with salt, and bake for 15-20 minutes to draw out moisture.
  3. In a skillet, warm olive oil and sauté ground turkey, diced onion, minced garlic, taco seasoning, and pepper for 10-12 minutes.
  4. After baking the zucchinis, press them between paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  5. In a bowl, combine tomato sauce and salsa.
  6. In another bowl, beat together ricotta cheese, egg, and pepper to make the ricotta mixture.
  7. Spray a baking dish and start layering: half of your sauce mixture, followed by turkey, zucchini, ricotta mixture, chopped cilantro, and cheese. Repeat layers.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes, then uncover and bake for another 10 minutes.
  9. Increase oven to high broil and broil for 2-3 minutes until top is golden brown.
  10. Allow lasagna to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving, garnished with cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For an added creamy texture, top with avocado slices before serving.

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