Zucchini Ricotta Lasagna – A Light and Easy Recipes Favorite
This zucchini ricotta lasagna is a delicious and light twist on the classic, perfect for easy recipes any night of the week.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 3 zucchinis, thinly sliced lengthwise
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant. Add marinara sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, egg, Parmesan, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread a thin layer of sauce in a baking dish. Layer zucchini slices, ricotta mixture, mozzarella, and more sauce.
- Repeat layers until ingredients are used up, ending with sauce and mozzarella on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake another 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let it rest 10 minutes before serving.