Craving a cozy, cheesy dish without all the heaviness? This Fast & Easy Zucchini Lasagna is the perfect comfort food makeover! It’s fresh, flavorful, and much lighter than traditional lasagna — perfect for family dinners or a quick weeknight meal.
Follow the simple steps below to make it at home.
🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need:
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2 medium zucchinis, thinly sliced
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6 lasagna noodles (or more, if using fully layered)
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2 cups marinara sauce
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1 cup ricotta cheese
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1½ cups shredded mozzarella
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 egg
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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Olive oil, for brushing or cooking
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) so it’s ready when your lasagna is assembled.
2. Prepare the Zucchini
Slice zucchini into thin strips. Lightly salt them and let sit for about 10 minutes to draw out moisture. Pat dry with paper towels — this helps prevent a watery lasagna.
3. Cook the Noodles
Boil the lasagna noodles until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
4. Mix the Ricotta Filling
In a bowl, combine ricotta, egg, garlic powder, seasoning, salt, pepper, and half the Parmesan cheese.
5. Layer the Lasagna
In a baking dish, layer in this order:
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A spoonful of marinara sauce
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Lasagna noodles
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Ricotta cheese mixture
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Zucchini slices
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Mozzarella cheese
Repeat the layers until everything is used. Top with sauce and a final layer of mozzarella and Parmesan.
6. Bake It
Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then uncover and bake another 10–15 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
7. Let It Rest Before Serving
Let the lasagna rest for about 5–10 minutes to help it set before slicing.
💡 Extra Tips:
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Want to go low-carb? Skip the noodles and double the zucchini layers.
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Add sautéed mushrooms or ground meat for a heartier version.
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A sprinkle of fresh basil or parsley adds great flavor at the end.
🎬 Prefer a Visual Guide?
If you want to see how the layers come together or just like following along visually —
👉 Watch the video tutorial to get a clearer idea and make it perfectly every time!
