Quick Whole30 Lasagna: 1 Clean, Comforting Dinner with Rich, Layered Flavor
A grain-free, dairy-free Whole30 lasagna layered with savory ground meat, rich tomato sauce, and tender slices of zucchini or eggplant for a clean, comforting meal.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef or turkey
2–3 zucchinis or 1 large eggplant, sliced
1½ cups sugar-free tomato sauce
1 small onion, diced
2–3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1½ tsp Italian seasoning
1 tbsp olive oil
Red pepper flakes (optional)
Optional Ricotta:
½ cup coconut cream or cashew spread
1 tbsp nutritional yeast
1 tsp lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt to taste
1 egg (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Roast or pat dry zucchini slices.
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Brown onion and garlic in olive oil. Add meat, cook until browned.
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Add tomato sauce and spices. Simmer 10 mins.
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Mix coconut ricotta (if using) in a bowl.
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In baking dish, layer sauce, veggie slices, and ricotta. Repeat layers.
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Cover and bake 25 mins. Uncover and bake 10–15 mins more.
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Let rest 10 mins before slicing.
Notes
Roast or salt veggie slices first to reduce water. Use compliant sauce only.