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A bubbling dish of healthy zucchini lasagna with melted mozzarella cheese and fresh parsley
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Healthy Zucchini Lasagna with Ground Turkey

Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 345kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 large zucchinis , sliced into 1/8-inch thick planks
  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 24 ounces marinara sauce (no sugar added)
  • 15 ounces part -skim ricotta cheese
  • 1 large egg , lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 cups shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400F (200C). Lay zucchini planks on paper towels, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for 15 minutes to draw out moisture.
  • Pat zucchini dry and roast on a baking sheet for 10-12 minutes to further reduce water content; set aside and lower oven to 375F (190C).
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until translucent, then add ground turkey and cook until browned.
  • Stir marinara sauce into the turkey mixture and simmer for 10 minutes; season with oregano, salt, and pepper.
  • In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, chopped parsley, and 1/4 cup of parmesan cheese.
  • Layer 1: Spread 1/2 cup of turkey meat sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Layer 2: Arrange a single layer of roasted zucchini planks over the sauce.
  • Layer 3: Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the zucchini.
  • Layer 4: Add half of the remaining turkey meat sauce.
  • Layer 5: Arrange another layer of zucchini planks.
  • Layer 6: Spread the remaining ricotta mixture and turkey meat sauce evenly.
  • Layer 7: Top with mozzarella cheese and the remaining 1/4 cup of parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 35-40 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbling. Let stand for 15 minutes before slicing to allow layers to set.