I shared this zucchini lasagna recipe in my first cookbook, but I loved it so much that I had to share it here too! If you’re looking for a fresher spin on the classic comfort food, you have to try this recipe.
My Favorite Zucchini Lasagna Recipe
This zucchini lasagna is a low-carb, gluten-free, extra-veggie twist on traditional lasagna. It’s totally vegetarian, so you won’t find any meat sauce, ground beef, or ground turkey here. Instead, this lasagna is seriously packed with zucchini. I use it in two ways in this recipe: The result is just as tasty as a traditional lasagna, but far fresher. It’s a perfect meal for zucchini season!
How to Make Zucchini Lasagna Less Watery
Zucchini is famously packed with moisture. That’s why we love it in zucchini muffins and zucchini bread! But in zucchini lasagna, all that moisture can be challenging. If you’ve ever made zucchini lasagna before, you might know that it can easily turn out watery. Here’s how I control the moisture in this zucchini lasagna recipe:
How to Make Zucchini Lasagna
You can find the complete zucchini lasagna recipe with measurements at the bottom of this post. For now, here’s an overview of how it goes: First, make the “ricotta” filling. You’ll blend some chopped zucchini in a food processor with walnuts, garlic, tofu, lemon juice, oregano, red pepper flakes, and basil until the mixture is thick and creamy. Next, prep the noodles. Cook the regular lasagna noodles (I use gluten-free brown rice ones) according to the package instructions. Use a sharp knife to slice the zucchini lengthwise into thin planks.
Then, assemble the lasagna. Spread a third of the tomatoes at the bottom of a 9×13-inch casserole dish. Top them with half the noodles, followed by half the ricotta mixture and half the zucchini. Repeat the layers, topping the lasagna with the remaining tomatoes and grated pecorino cheese. Finally, bake the lasagna. Cover it with foil and bake for 15 minutes at 375°F. Then, uncover it and bake for another 20 to 30 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is bubbling. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
More Favorite Zucchini Recipes
If you love this zucchini lasagna, try one of these zucchini recipes next:
Stuffed Zucchini Boats Roasted Zucchini Grilled Zucchini Zucchini Fritters Air Fryer Zucchini Chips Or any of these 30 Best Zucchini Recipes!
