Pasta and noodles · Italian-American · 35 min
Cheesy Zucchini Noodle Lasagna Skillet
- 35 min
- 2–6 servings
- 662 kcal / serving
A skillet lasagna using zucchini noodles, spinach, and a cheesy beef sauce comes together in 35 minutes, yielding a hearty weeknight dish with soft vegetables and melty cheese.
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Ingredients
- ½ (5 oz) pkgbaby spinach
- 4 fl ozchicken or vegetable broth
- ½ (14.5 oz) candiced tomatoes
- ½ small pkgfresh basil
- 2 clovesgarlic
- ½ small bunchItalian (flat-leaf) parsley
- ¾ lblean ground beef
- ¼ (8 oz) blockmozzarella cheese
- 2 ozParmesan cheese
- 1 tbsptomato paste
- 1 mediumzucchini squash
From the pantry: black pepper, salt, virgin coconut oil
Cookware
can opener · chef's knife · colander · cutting board · garlic press (optional) · grater · measuring spoons · mixing bowls · oven mitts · stainless steel or cast iron skillet · stirring spoon · vegetable peeler
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Produce
- ½ (5 oz) pkgbaby spinach
- ½ small pkgfresh basil
- 2 clovesgarlic
- ½ small bunchItalian (flat-leaf) parsley
- 1 mediumzucchini squash
Meat & seafood
- ¾ lblean ground beef
Dairy, eggs & chilled
- ¼ (8 oz) blockmozzarella cheese
- 2 ozParmesan cheese
Pantry & dry goods
- 4 fl ozchicken or vegetable broth
- ½ (14.5 oz) candiced tomatoes
- 1 tbsptomato paste
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Ingredients for 2, 4 and 6 servings
| Ingredient | 2 servings | 4 servings | 6 servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| baby spinach | ½ (5 oz) pkg | 1 (5 oz) pkg | 1 ½ (5 oz) pkgs |
| chicken or vegetable broth | 4 fl oz | 8 fl oz | 12 fl oz |
| diced tomatoes | ½ (14.5 oz) can | 1 (14.5 oz) can | 1 ½ (14.5 oz) cans |
| fresh basil | ½ small pkg | 1 small pkg | 1 ½ small pkgs |
| garlic | 2 cloves | 4 cloves | 6 cloves |
| Italian (flat-leaf) parsley | ½ small bunch | 1 small bunch | 1 ½ small bunches |
| lean ground beef | ¾ lb | 1 ½ lb | 2 ¼ lb |
| mozzarella cheese | ¼ (8 oz) block | ½ (8 oz) block | ¾ (8 oz) block |
| Parmesan cheese | 2 oz | 4 oz | 6 oz |
| tomato paste | 1 tbsp | 2 tbsp | 3 tbsp |
| zucchini squash | 1 medium | 2 medium | 3 medium |
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Directions
- Wash and dry the produce and trim the zucchini ends.
- In a large skillet, heat a little virgin coconut oil over medium-high and brown the ground beef with minced garlic until crumbly and browned, about 4–6 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook until fragrant, 1–2 minutes.
- Add the diced tomatoes and broth; raise the heat to high and simmer briefly to blend the flavors.
- Roughly chop the parsley leaves and tear the basil; set a portion aside for garnish and add the rest to the skillet along with the spinach, salt, and pepper; cook 4–5 minutes until the greens wilt.
- Trim the zucchini and peel into thick noodle-like strips.
- Spread half of the zucchini strips in a flat layer in the skillet, spoon over half of the sauce, then lay down another layer of zucchini and the remaining sauce.
- Slice the mozzarella and finely grate the Parmesan.
- Top the sauce with the mozzarella and Parmesan, then bake in a 425°F oven for 10–12 minutes; broil briefly if you want to brown the cheese.
- Divide between plates, garnish with the reserved herbs, and serve.
Two tips
- Prep ahead by washing and drying produce and mincing garlic; store ready to assemble.
- Leftovers reheat well in the skillet over medium heat until warmed through.
Nutrition per serving
- Calories
- 662 kcal
- Protein
- 54 g
- Carbs
- 14 g
- Fat
- 44 g
- Fiber
- 5 g
- Sodium
- 370 mg
Estimates from the recipe's published nutrition data; they change with the version you pick above.
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