Zucchini Lasagna Without Pasta

When I crave something tasty yet light, zucchini lasagna without pasta is my ace up my sleeve.

It’s an incredibly easy recipe, perfect for those days when you want to cook something delicious without spending hours in the kitchen. I often prepare it, especially when I have some beautiful fresh zucchini in the fridge and want to serve a different yet simple dish.
This no pasta zucchini lasagna can be made in two ways: if I have a bit more time, I grill the thin slices to add more flavor. But if you slice the zucchini very thinly with a mandolin, you can easily use them raw, and the lasagna will still be tender and flavorful. The important thing is to make well-layered stacks of zucchini, cooked ham, and melting mozzarella. A sprinkle of Parmesan between layers never hurts, and the result is a creamy and irresistible dish!
This easy and quick zucchini lasagna recipe is perfect even for those looking for a light idea, without pasta and with few ingredients.

It’s a main course or single course that wins over even the most skeptical about vegetables, and it’s perfect to prepare in advance and bake at the last minute.
If you’re looking for an alternative to classic lasagna or simply want a light and summery dish, this is the ideal solution.

Trust me, with just zucchini, mozzarella, and cooked ham, you can create something surprisingly good and that always impresses at the table.

  • Difficulty: Very easy
  • Cost: Very economical
  • Preparation time: 15 Minutes
  • Cooking methods: Stove, Oven
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Seasonality: Spring, Summer, All seasons

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs zucchini
  • 5.3 oz cooked ham
  • 14 oz mozzarella
  • 2.1 oz grated cheese
  • oil, salt, breadcrumbs to taste

Tools

  • non-stick pans
  • mandolin
  • grill pan

Steps

  • Wash the zucchini and remove the ends, then slice them evenly. Meanwhile, heat up a grill pan and cook the zucchini slices on both sides. Season them with salt.

  • Drizzle some olive oil and a sprinkle of breadcrumbs on the bottom of a baking dish, then layer grilled zucchini, cooked ham, mozzarella, and Parmesan until all ingredients are used up.

  • Once the dish is filled, top the last layer of zucchini with a drizzle of oil, grated cheese, and breadcrumbs.

  • Bake in a preheated oven at 356°F for 20 minutes until a nice crunchy crust forms. Let it rest for 10 minutes and serve. Enjoy!

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

  • Can I skip grilling the zucchini?

    Yes, you can skip this step, just slice the zucchini very thinly with a mandolin or a peeler.

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