Noodleless Lasagna

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1

Noodleless Lasagna recipe for a delicious low-carb dinner

by The Chefin Italian

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

1 hr

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

480

Sugar

Fat

33g

If you're looking for a healthier, low-carb option to the traditional lasagna, this noodleless lasagna will not disappoint. The secret to this recipe is using thinly sliced pepperoni in place of pasta, a perfect low-carb solution that maintains the lasagna texture and a rich spiced flavor. With the addition of mushrooms, this recipe is both savory and substantial. One of its great advantages is its simplicity, which upon tasting, won't leave you missing the carb-heavy noodles that come with traditional Italian lasagna. This recipe is perfect for those looking to add more veggies to their diet, or for those in search of a low-carb, gluten-free, and protein-rich dish that won't leave you sacrificing flavor.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.	In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef.
3.	Add in the spaghetti sauce and mushrooms, cooking until heated through.
4.	In a separate bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, beaten egg, and oregano.
5.	In an 8x8 inch baking dish, spread half of the meat mixture on the bottom.
6.	Layer the pepperoni slices on top of the meat.
7.	Spread the ricotta cheese mixture over the pepperoni.
8.	Top with the remaining meat mixture.
9.	Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the casserole.
10.	Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
11.	Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This low-carb lasagna is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional pasta-based lasagnas.

The use of ground beef and ricotta cheese provides a good source of protein and calcium.

It’s a great way to sneak some vegetables into your diet, and it’s also gluten-free.

CONS

If you are a pasta lover, this may not have the same texture and mouthfeel as traditional lasagna.

Some might miss the noodles, and it may not satisfy the craving for a classic Italian lasagna.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

By replacing the noodles with vegetables and lean ground beef, this noodleless lasagna is a great way to cut carbs and reduce calories from the traditional recipe.
The dish is highly customizable and a great opportunity to load up on veggies like zucchini, eggplant, or bell peppers.
The dish is high in protein, calcium, and essential minerals like iron and magnesium.

	1 lb ground beef
	1 cup spaghetti sauce
	1 can sliced mushrooms
	1 cup ricotta cheese
	1 egg , beaten
	1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese , shredded
	1/2 teaspoon oregano
	10 -15 slices pepperoni