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Zucchini Lasagna Roll-Ups – Easy Low-Carb Dinner Recipe

Enjoy a delicious and healthy twist on traditional lasagna with these zucchini roll-ups, perfect for a low-carb dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course dinner
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

Vegetables

  • 4 large zucchini
  • 1 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ small sweet onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 jar marinara sauce, 24 ounces

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • Slice zucchini lengthwise into thin strips and sprinkle with salt; let rest for 15 minutes.
  • Cook onion and garlic in olive oil, then add ground beef until browned.
  • Mix ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, seasoning, salt, and pepper; stir in beef.
  • Fill zucchini slices, roll, place in dish, top with marinara and mozzarella, then bake for 25-30 minutes.
  • Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving; garnish with parsley if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, add more herbs or spices to the filling.
Keyword zucchini