Zucchini Lasagna with Marinara Sauce and Triple Cheese: A Fresh and Flavorful Summer Delight

This recipe sounds absolutely delicious! Zucchini lasagna with marinara sauce and triple cheese is such a creative and healthy twist on the classic dish. The use of zucchini instead of traditional pasta makes it lighter and more summer-friendly, while the three types of cheese really add richness and flavor.

Here’s a quick summary of the recipe:

Ingredients:

  • 3 large zucchinis (about 570g)

  • 2 tsp kosher salt

  • 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

  • 1 garlic clove, halved

  • 12 lasagna sheets (about 255g)

  • 4 cups marinara sauce (about 1.2kg jar)

  • 1 cup ricotta cheese

  • 1 ¼ cups grated parmesan cheese (about 70g)

  • 225g fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced

  • ¼ cup fresh chopped basil leaves

  • 1 tsp black pepper

Method:

  1. Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).

  2. Slice the zucchinis lengthwise into very thin slices, using a sharp knife or mandolin.

  3. Place zucchini slices on paper towels, sprinkle with salt, and repeat layering until all zucchini is salted. Let them drain for about 10 minutes.

  4. Grease a 33x23 cm (3L) baking dish with olive oil and rub with the halved garlic to add flavor.

  5. Layer the lasagna sheets, marinara sauce, ricotta, parmesan, mozzarella, zucchini, basil, and pepper, repeating the layers two more times.

  6. On the final layer, top with mozzarella, parmesan, and zucchini arranged in a crisscross pattern.

  7. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 20 minutes until golden and bubbling.

  8. Let the lasagna rest for at least 15 minutes before cutting and serving.

It’s a perfect combination of fresh ingredients, great for a summer meal that’s both comforting and light. Would you be trying this out for a special occasion or just a regular family meal?

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