Courgette lasagne: Discover a Healthy Twist Today!
A healthy and delicious twist on traditional lasagne using courgettes instead of pasta.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large courgettes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 400g canned tomatoes
- 250g ricotta cheese
- 100g mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 50g grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Slice the courgettes lengthwise into thin strips.
- In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté the onion and garlic until soft.
- Add the canned tomatoes, salt, and pepper, and simmer for 10 minutes.
- In a baking dish, layer courgette strips, ricotta cheese, and the tomato mixture.
- Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving, and garnish with fresh basil.
Notes
- For a vegan option, substitute ricotta and mozzarella with plant-based alternatives.
- Make sure to salt the courgette strips and let them sit for 10 minutes to remove excess moisture.
- This dish can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg