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Mediterranean Lasagna

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🍝 Transform traditional lasagna into a Mediterranean masterpiece with tender ground lamb, fresh zucchini, and aromatic herbs – perfect for impressing dinner guests while keeping things lighter and healthier
πŸŒ… Experience the perfect harmony of rich flavors and wholesome ingredients in this unique roll-up format that’s easier to serve and absolutely packed with Mediterranean sunshine

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

– 1 pound ground lamb

– ΒΌ cup minced red bell peppers

– ΒΌ cup minced sweet onion

– 1 large zucchini sliced into planks

– 1 pound lasagna noodles

– 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)

– 2 cloves minced garlic

– 1 teaspoon salt

– 1 teaspoon black pepper

– 1 teaspoon dried oregano

– 1 pound ricotta cheese

– 1 egg

– 1 cup packed chopped fresh spinach

– Β½ cup crumbled feta cheese

– 3 cups marinara pasta sauce

– Β½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

1-First, boil 1 pound of lasagna noodles until al dente, then drain and set them aside.

2-In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil (divided) over medium heat and cook 1 pound of ground lamb with 2 cloves of minced garlic, ΒΌ cup minced red bell peppers, ΒΌ cup minced sweet onion, and seasonings like 1 teaspoon each of salt, black pepper, and dried oregano until the meat is browned.

3-Next, prepare the cheese mixture by combining 1 pound ricotta cheese, 1 egg, 1 cup packed chopped fresh spinach, and Β½ cup crumbled feta cheese in a bowl.

4-Slice 1 large zucchini into planks for layering.

5-To assemble, spread some of the 3 cups marinara pasta sauce in a baking dish, then roll the noodles with zucchini slices, cheese mixture, and lamb sauce, placing them seam side down.

6-Preheat your oven to 350Β°F.

7-Top the rolled noodles with remaining marinara sauce and Β½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese.

8-Bake for 15-20 minutes until heated through and the cheese melts.

9-Finish with fresh basil and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for garnish.

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Notes

πŸ₯’ Slice the zucchini thinly and pat dry before using to prevent excess moisture in the roll-ups
πŸ§€ Don’t overcook the lasagna noodles – they should be al dente so they hold their shape when rolling
🌿 Fresh basil makes all the difference – add it just before serving for the best aroma and flavor

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll-up
  • Calories: 570
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 890mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0.3g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg