This keto lasagna embraces all the classic flavors of traditional lasagna but uses low-carb ingredients for those following a ketogenic lifestyle. Enjoy the comfort of a cheesy, hearty meal without the added carbs from regular noodles.
Healthy And Cheesy Keto Lasagna Recipe
Ingredients:
For the keto lasagna noodles:
- Cream cheese (from a block, not a tub for thickness and less water content)
- Mozzarella cheese (for its mild flavor and stretch)
- Parmesan cheese (finely grated or fresh, avoid powdered versions)
- Eggs (room temperature)
For the filling:
- Onion and garlic (essential for flavor)
- Ground beef (lean is suggested, but any cut works)
- Marinara sauce (choose one with no added sugar)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Ricotta cheese (for layering and creaminess, like a mock béchamel)
- Additional mozzarella cheese
Instructions:
Prepare the keto lasagna noodles:
- Combine the cream cheese, mozzarella, and parmesan cheese and microwave in 30-second increments until the mozzarella is mostly melted.
- Whisk in the eggs until you have a thick and creamy batter.
- Spread the batter on a baking sheet and bake for about 15 minutes until it gets golden around the sides.
Make the meat sauce:
- Sauté the onions and garlic in a pan for 5 minutes.
- Add the ground beef and cook until it's no longer pink.
- Stir in the marinara sauce along with salt and pepper, then pan-fry for an additional 5 minutes.
Assemble and cook the lasagna:
- Line a baking pan with foil, leaving an overhang on each side.
- Cut the lasagna sheet into six even pieces.
- Layer two pieces in the pan, followed by a third of the ricotta, a third of the meat sauce, and a third of the mozzarella.
- Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Let it cool slightly, then slice and serve.
Recipe tips and variations:
- Allow the noodles to cool slightly before layering to prevent the ricotta from melting and altering the structure.
- Use freshly grated cheese for a better texture.
- You can make the lasagna noodles in advance to save time.
- Consider using store-bought keto-friendly lasagna sheets if in a hurry.
- For added heat, include red pepper flakes in the meat sauce.
- Depending on the flavor of your marinara sauce, you might want to enhance it with additional seasonings such as oregano or garnish with fresh basil.
Storage:
- Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed container for up to 1 week.
- Freeze individual portions for up to 6 months, letting them thaw in the fridge overnight or reheating for longer.
- Reheat in the microwave or oven at 350°F until warm.
