Description
This Keto Lasagna recipe is a low-carb take on the classic Italian dish, using a creamy cheese-based batter as lasagna sheets and a hearty meat sauce layered with ricotta and mozzarella cheese. Perfect for those on a ketogenic diet, this dish delivers rich flavors and satisfying textures without the carbs from traditional pasta.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Batter
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- 3 large eggs
Meat Sauce
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 3/4 cup marinara sauce (preferably low-sugar or keto-friendly)
Assembly
- 1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- Oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper, then set it aside to prepare the keto lasagna sheets.
- Prepare the Cheese Batter: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the cream cheese, 2 cups mozzarella, and parmesan cheese. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the cheese is mostly melted. Add the eggs and whisk vigorously until you achieve a smooth, batter-like consistency.
- Bake the Cheese Sheets: Pour the cheese batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it evenly. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the edges are firm. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.
- Make the Meat Sauce: Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add a splash of oil. Once hot, sauté the chopped onions and minced garlic for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant. Add the ground beef and cook for 3 minutes, stirring to crumble. Pour in the marinara sauce and cook for another 5 minutes to meld flavors. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Slice the Cheese Sheets: Once cooled, cut the baked cheese batter into 6 equal pieces to form your keto-friendly lasagna sheets.
- Assemble the Lasagna: Line an 8 x 8-inch baking dish with tin foil. Begin with two keto lasagna sheet pieces on the bottom. Spread 1/2 cup of ricotta cheese over the sheets, then add a third of the meat sauce, followed by 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella. Repeat these layers two more times until all ingredients are used.
- Bake the Lasagna: Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the sauce is bubbly. Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use a low-sugar, keto-friendly marinara sauce to keep the dish low carb.
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Allowing the cheese sheets to cool completely before slicing helps maintain their shape during assembly.
- Covering the dish with foil during baking prevents the cheese from burning while allowing thorough cooking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: Keto lasagna, low carb lasagna, keto dinner, low carb Italian, keto recipes
