Zucchini & Spinach Lasagna Bake
A comforting, low-carb Italian classic featuring roasted zucchini slices layered with iron-rich spinach and a high-protein cheese blend. Perfect for a restorative dinner that stabilizes blood sugar.
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Before you start
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Equipment
Oven · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Leftovers store beautifully in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, and the flavors actually deepen overnight.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- 2Prep oz frozen chopped spinach (thawed)
- 3Set out all ingredients before cooking
Ingredients
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Next: Preheat your oven to 400°F
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Preheat your oven to 400°F
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Slice the zucchinis lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick strips.
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Toss the zucchini slices with a light…
Toss the zucchini slices with a light drizzle of olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Arrange them in a single layer on baking sheets and roast for 15 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Remove from the oven and lower the heat to 375°F.
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While the zucchini roasts
While the zucchini roasts, place the thawed spinach in a clean kitchen towel and aggressively wring it out until it is completely dry.
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In a mixing bowl
In a mixing bowl, combine the dry spinach, ricotta cheese, 1 cup of the mozzarella, garlic powder, and dried oregano. Stir until well blended.
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Lightly coat the bottom of an 8x8-inch…
Lightly coat the bottom of an 8x8-inch baking dish with a thin layer of marinara sauce. Add a layer of roasted zucchini slices, spread a portion of the ricotta mixture over them, and top with marinara. Repeat these layers until you run out of ingredients, finishing with marinara.
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Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella…
Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
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Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes…
Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
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Let the lasagna rest for at least…
Let the lasagna rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing so the juices settle and the slices hold their shape.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
Moisture control is the secret to…
Moisture control is the secret to a perfect zucchini bake. Skipping the roasting step or leaving water in the spinach will result in a soupy lasagna.
If you want an even firmer…
If you want an even firmer texture, blot the roasted zucchini slices with a paper towel before assembling.
Leftovers store beautifully in an airtight…
Leftovers store beautifully in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, and the flavors actually deepen overnight.
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