Zucchini Lasagna

Name: Zucchini Lasagna
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean); 1/4 cup chopped onion; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon dried basil; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 1 cup 2% cottage cheese; 4 medium zucchini (about 1-3/4 pounds); 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese; Additional shredded mozzarella cheese, optional

Layered casserole with sliced zucchini replacing pasta, filled with seasoned ground beef, tomato sauce, and cottage cheese, then topped with mozzarella.

Glycemic Load: 3.7 (Low)

287 calories per serving

Serves: 6

Prep: 20 minutes

Cook: 40 minutes

Original recipe: www.tasteofhome.com

About This Calculation

Zucchini Lasagna has a low glycemic load of 3.7 per serving — minimal blood sugar impact — suitable for most people managing diabetes or blood sugar levels.

The primary glycemic load contributors are all-purpose flour (GL 2.1), tomato sauce, canned (GL 1.0), zucchini, raw (GL 0.4). These ingredients account for the majority of the carbohydrate impact per serving.

Glycemic load is calculated as GL = (GI × Net Carbs per serving) ÷ 100, where GI is the glycemic index and net carbs exclude dietary fiber. Calculations draw on established nutritional references including USDA FoodData Central values and peer-reviewed glycemic index research.