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If you love lasagna but want a lighter, gluten-free alternative, this Healthy Gluten-Free Zucchini Lasagna is calling your name! Made with fresh zucchini in place of pasta, homemade tomato sauce, and layers of creamy ricotta, mozzarella, and fresh mozzarella, it’s every bit as satisfying as the classic—just without the heaviness.
Jump to RecipeWhy You’ll Love This Zucchini Lasagna
Gluten-Free & Low-Carb – Perfect for those avoiding gluten or looking for a lighter option.
Packed with Flavor – A homemade tomato sauce brings richness, while layers of ricotta and mozzarella create the ultimate creamy texture.
Fresh & Light – Zucchini adds a delicious freshness that makes this dish feel indulgent yet wholesome.
A Modern Twist on a Classic Dish
Traditional lasagna has been a staple of Italian cuisine for centuries, with its signature layers of pasta, sauce, and cheese. Zucchini lasagna is a more recent creation, catering to those looking for a healthier, veggie-packed alternative. By swapping pasta for thinly sliced zucchini, this dish maintains all the comforting flavors of lasagna while being naturally gluten-free. It also has a really good chew and texture.
How to Serve & Enjoy
This zucchini lasagna is hearty enough to stand alone as a main course, but you can pair it with:
- A Fresh Side Salad – A simple arugula or mixed greens salad with a light vinaigrette complements the dish perfectly.
- Garlic Bread (Gluten-Free, of course!) – Because who doesn’t love a little extra sauce-soaking goodness?
- A Glass of Red Wine – A bold red, my preference is a cabernet sauvignon, pairs beautifully with the rich tomato sauce and creamy cheeses.
Some truly tasty alternative lasagna ideas on the blog include:
- EASY GLUTEN FREE SKILLET PESTO LASAGNA
- VEGETABLE LASAGNA
- MEXICAN LASAGNA
- GF MEXICAN VEGETABLE LASAGNA
Make-Ahead & Storage Tips
This dish is perfect for entertaining or for meal prep! You can assemble it in advance and bake it when ready. Leftovers store well in the fridge and taste even better the next day.
This Healthy Gluten-Free Zucchini Lasagna proves that comfort food can be both nutritious and delicious. I can’t wait for you to try it—let me know how it turns out!
Assembling the Lasagna
The Healthy Gluten-Free Zucchini Lasagna plated.
Healthy Gluten-Free Zucchini Lasagna
My Healthy Gluten-Free Zucchini Lasagna has so much flavor and is perfect for entertaining. It is a great healthy alternative.
Ingredients
- 1 Whole Large zucchini or 4 – 5 small zucchini slice lengthwise
- 1 Bottle or homemade tomato sauce
- 8 Ounces Ricotta
- 8 Ounces Mozzarella
- 6 Ounces Fresh Mozzarella
- 1/4 Cup Italian parsley rough chopped
- 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
- 2 Tsp Oregano
- 1 Tsp Salt
- 2 Tsp Ground black pepper
- 8 Ounces Alfredo sauce
Instructions
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Begin by heating the sliced zucchini in a 325 degree for 4 – 6 minutes to soften. Next, take a 9 x 13 glass baking dish and begin layering the lasagna. The order does not matter all that much but don't over use the cheese. Put a little of the tomato sauce, infused with the spices, on the bottom of the dish. Then, add the first layer of zucchini. Top with the ricotta. Repeat with the tomato sauce, zucchini and mozzarella. Now add the zucchini and the alfredo sauce. Keep going until the layers get to the top of the baking dish. The last layer is the zucchini, mozzarella and finish with the fresh mozzarella.
Bake for 35 – 40 minutes. Serve and enjoy!
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