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Grain-Free Lasagna {Zucchini Lasagna} - low carb with dairy-free option

This Zucchini Lasagna is the perfect recipe for lasagna lovers who want to eat lower carb or avoid grains. With this grain-free lasagna, there's even a dairy-free option. You won't miss the pasta on this one!

Prep Time
1 hr 40 mins
Cook Time
40 mins
Total Time
2 hrs 10 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 199 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Vegan , Keto

Ingredients

Marinara Sauce
  • 1/2 bell pepper
  • 6 cups tomatoes (preferably fresh)
  • 2/3 onion
  • 1/2 celery stalk
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons raw honey
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1/3 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon basil
Everything Else
  • 3 zucchini (sliced thinly lengthwise)
  • 2-3 pasture-raised eggs (see Recipe Notes for egg-free option)
  • 3-4 cups raw mozzarella cheese (grated; about 1 pound; see Recipe Notes for dairy-free options)
  • coconut oil (for frying)

Instructions

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  1. Blend together the ingredients for the marinara sauce, and boil together for at least 1 hour. The longer you boil, the thicker it gets.
  2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  3. Whip up the eggs in a shallow bowl.
  4. Fry the zucchini by dredging in egg (or the substitute) and then frying in oil, turning once. It's ready when golden brown.
  5. Assemble your lasagna. First, spread about 1 cup marinara, followed by 1/3 of the zucchini, and then about 1 cup of cheese. Repeat until you have 3 full layers - we usually put an extra cup or so of cheese on top.
  6. Bake for about 30 minutes, until the top is slightly brown.

Notes

  • For Egg-Free option - Use 3 teaspoons Powdered Egg Replacer mixed with 4 tablespoons water; OR 2 tablespoons organic ground flaxseed mixed with 4 tablespoons warm water.
  • For Dairy-Free option - I am going to be working on some cheese you could use, but in the meantime, try this Vegan Mozzarella (from coconut and suitable for low carb), this one (from cashews - cashews have a higher carb count so be careful with this if you are on a low-carb diet), or this one from dairy-free yogurt (not suitable for very low-carb diets).
  • Homemade Chili Powder Option: My "Best" Basic Chili Powder is a great make-your-own option for chili powder.
  • Sweetener Alternatives: You could use xylitol, organic sucanat, or 1 scoop stevia for low carb - see How to Use Stevia.
  • Left Over Marinara: The Marinara Sauce in this recipe makes about 6-7 cups, but you only need 3 for the lasagna - save the rest for spaghetti!
  • THM Details: This is an "S" for those on the Trim Healthy Mama plan.
  • Keto / Low-carb: This recipe as is both a keto lasagna and a low-carb lasagna.
  • For Egg-Free option - Use 3 teaspoons Powdered Egg Replacer mixed with 4 tablespoons water; OR 2 tablespoons organic ground flaxseed mixed with 4 tablespoons warm water.
  • For Dairy-Free option - I am going to be working on some cheese you could use, but in the meantime, try this Vegan Mozzarella (from coconut and suitable for low carb), this one (from cashews - cashews have a higher carb count so be careful with this if you are on a low-carb diet), or this one from dairy-free yogurt (not suitable for very low-carb diets).
  • Homemade Chili Powder Option: My "Best" Basic Chili Powder is a great make-your-own option for chili powder.
  • Sweetener Alternatives: You could use xylitol, organic sucanat, or 1 scoop stevia for low carb - see How to Use Stevia.
  • Left Over Marinara: The Marinara Sauce in this recipe makes about 6-7 cups, but you only need 3 for the lasagna - save the rest for spaghetti!
  • THM Details: This is an "S" for those on the Trim Healthy Mama plan.
  • Keto / Low-carb: This recipe as is both a keto lasagna and a low-carb lasagna.

Nutrition Information

Calories 199kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 14g (5%) Protein 13g (26%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Cholesterol 74mg (25%) Sodium 1169mg (49%) Potassium 539mg (15%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 10g (20%) Vitamin A 1755IU (35%) Vitamin C 38.8mg (43%) Calcium 243mg (24%) Iron 1mg (6%) Net Carbohydrates 11g

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 199

% Daily Value*

Calories 199kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 14g 5%
Protein 13g 26%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Cholesterol 74mg 25%
Sodium 1169mg 49%
Potassium 539mg 11%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 10g 20%
Vitamin A 1755IU 35%
Vitamin C 38.8mg 43%
Calcium 243mg 24%
Iron 1mg 6%
Net Carbohydrates 11g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.