Keto Lasagna - Healthy Recipes Blog (2024)

This hearty and flavorful keto lasagna proves once and for all that you don't need starches to enjoy traditional Italian flavors.

With tasty layers of spinach and cream cheese, seasoned ground beef, and mozzarella, this tasty lasagna is a big hit every time I make it.

This keto lasagna is so delicious. Warm layers of seasoned spinach, ground beef, and melted cheese - you won't miss the noodles!

Ingredients

The list of ingredients needed to make this keto lasagna is simple. You probably have most of them already. The exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below. Here's an overview of what you'll need:

• Frozen chopped spinach: I only tested this recipe with frozen chopped spinach. I always have it in the freezer, which is very convenient.
• Olive oil: I love cooking with this delicious oil. But if you prefer an oil with a higher smoke point, you can use avocado oil instead.
• Ground beef: I use lean ground beef (85% lean and 15% fat). Leaner than that will not be as flavorful.
• Onion and garlic: It's fine to use jarred minced garlic, although freshly minced tastes better.
• Kosher salt and black pepper: If using fine salt, you should reduce the amount you use by half.
• Marinara sauce: Try to use a sugar-free brand such as Rao's.
• Cream cheese: I use full-fat cream cheese.
• Egg: I use large eggs in most of my recipes, this one included.
• Cheeses: I like to use shredded mozzarella; occasionally, I add grated parmesan.

Variations

• Chop up some fresh basil (about ¼ cup) and mix it into the cream cheese.
• Dried herbs are good too - you can mix ½ teaspoon of any dried herb (oregano and basil are especially good) into the cream cheese.
• Like your food spicy? Add ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes to the cream cheese.
• You can replace the mozzarella with another melty cheese, such as provolone.
• Sprinkle a tablespoon of dry-grated parmesan cheese on top of the mozzarella for added flavor.

Keto Lasagna Instructions

The detailed instructions for making this recipe are listed in the recipe card below. Here's an overview of the steps:

• Cook the beef and onion in olive oil. Drain the beef mixture, then return it to the skillet. Add the garlic, then mix in the marinara sauce. Turn the heat off. (Photo 1).
• Soften the cream cheese in the microwave. Add the egg, black pepper, and salt. With a spatula, add the drained spinach and mix to blend everything together. (Photo 2).
• Spread the spinach mixture evenly on the bottom of a greased baking dish. (Photo 3).
• Top with the meat mixture. (Photo 4).
• Sprinkle the mozzarella on top. (Photo 5).
• Bake the lasagna until the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned, about 30 minutes. Let it stand for ten minutes before cutting and serving. (Photo 6).

Expert Tip

It's important to remove as much liquid as possible from the spinach to prevent watery lasagna. You should drain it thoroughly by placing it in a colander and pressing on it repeatedly with the back of a large spoon.

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