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Cheesy Skillet Zucchini Lasagna with Cottage Cheese

All the comforting flavors of lasagna, cooked in a single pan in under 30 minutes, perfect weeknight low carb dinner Zucchini Lasagna with Cottage Cheese is so easy to make and tastes delicious.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
no resting time required: 0 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 325kcal
Author: Anjali

INGREDIENTS

  • 3 medium sized Zucchini cut into 1/4-

    inch thick rounds

  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1½ cup Marinara sauce divided
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 2 large Eggs
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup Mozzarella cheese shredded
  • handful Fresh basil leaves torn
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Lay the zucchini rounds flat on paper towels. Sprinkle lightly with salt and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Blot dry with a clean towel.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add zucchini rounds in a single layer (work in batches if needed). Sauté for 2-3 minutes per side until lightly golden brown. Remove zucchini and set aside briefly.
  • Turn the heat down to low. Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce evenly across the bottom of the same skillet. Arrange the seared zucchini rounds directly over the sauce.
  • In a medium bowl, vigorously whisk together the Cottage Cheese, freshly grated parmesan, eggs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, a pinch of salt, and a few cracks of black pepper until completely smooth.
    Pour this mixture over the zucchini layer, gently spreading it to the edges.
  • Spoon the remaining 1/2 cup of marinara sauce gently over the ricotta layer, then scatter the shredded mozzarella evenly on top.
  • Cover the skillet tightly with a lid. Keep the heat on very low and cook for 3-4 minutes, just until the cheese is completely melted, gooey, and bubbling.
  • Remove from heat, garnish generously with torn fresh basil, and serve straight from the skillet.

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Notes

Chef’s Tips for Success:
  • The Golden Crust Option: If you are using an oven-safe skillet (like cast iron), feel free to pop
    the skillet under your oven broiler for 1-2 minutes at the very end to get those beautiful, classic
    browned cheese spots!
  • Ricotta Cheese Swap: If you prefer to use Ricotta cheese in place of Cottage Cheese, you can easily swap it up. 
  • If you dont want to heat up a skillet make it in a crockpot - Zucchini Lasagna (Crockpot)

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Cheesy Skillet Zucchini Lasagna with Cottage Cheese
Amount Per Serving
Calories 325 Calories from Fat 198
% Daily Value*
Fat 22g34%
Saturated Fat 11g69%
Trans Fat 0.01g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 7g
Cholesterol 148mg49%
Sodium 828mg36%
Potassium 808mg23%
Carbohydrates 13g4%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 8g9%
Protein 21g42%
Vitamin A 1320IU26%
Vitamin C 33mg40%
Calcium 452mg45%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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