Low Carb Lasagna Recipe

This easy homemade Low Carb Lasagna Recipe is loaded with ground beef and cheese while using layers of deli turkey and provolone slices as the noodles.

Most people do not even realize there are no noodles in this diabetic lasagna recipe. We are keeping the carbs low without the noodles so you can enjoy this tasty, oozing-with-cheese, low carb keto lasagna without the extra carbs.

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These days I make my keto lasagna recipe a little different because of my diabetes I had to learn how to make lasagna without the noodles. Luckily there are many variations of low carb lasagnas out there, one of my favs is Marie Emmerichs lasagna.

This inspired me to recreate my mother's lasagna the way she did it but without the noodles.

Now I enjoy this keto friendly lasagna not only on special occasions but whenever I'm in the mood for it. It's such an easy dish, the only time-consuming part is browning the beef.

Main ingredients used in this low carb lasagna recipe

This low carb lasagna recipe uses deli turkey slices, provolone slices, ground beef and cheese.

• Delic Turkey Slices: we use deli turkey slices to replicate the lasagna noodles
• Provolone Cheese Slices: slices of provolone cheese are used to reinforce the turkey slices while recreating a lasagna noodle layer.
• Ground Beef: browned and mixed with garlic and onions in the tomato sauce are used as the base filling for this diabetic friendly lasagna. Ground chicken can be used as an alternative.
• Tomato Sauce: use a low carb marinara sauce like Rao's low carb marinara or simply use a passata starter sauce and add your own ingredients like garlic, Italian seasoning and basil.
• Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
• Grated Parmesan Cheese
• Red Pepper Flakes

Steps by step instructions

How to make the low carb lasagna recipe?

STEP 1: In a large pot over low heat, saute the onion and garlic in the olive oil until translucent and then add the ground beef to brown. Add salt and ground black pepper to taste about ⅛th teaspoon of each.

STEP 2: Add the 2 jars of sauce and mix well. Bring the heat down to low and place a lid on the pot to simmer for about 15 minutes. Remove the pot from the burner, remove the lid and let cool for another 15 minutes.

STEP 3: Preheat oven to 425°F

Using a 9 x 13 inch baking dish you can now start the assembly by coating the bottom of the pan with sauce. Then layer the turkey slices. I used 6 slices per layer but you may need to use more, depending on how big your slices are. Next, layer the provolone, I used 8 slices per layer.

STEP 4: Layer the meat sauce on top of the provolone and then sprinkle with some shredded mozzarella.

STEP 5: Continue the layering again with the turkey and provolone slices topped with the sauce and shredded mozzarella. You should have 3 layers, if you are using a deep pan you may be able to get a 4th layer.

Sprinkle some grated parmesan on the final layer and then cover the pan with tinfoil. Place in the oven for 30 minutes at 425°F, then remove foil and continue to bake for another 30 minutes.

STEP 6: Remove from oven, and let sit for about 10-15 minutes to allow the lasagna to set. This will make it easier to slice without it falling apart.

STEP 7: Allow the sauce and cheese to firm up by letting the low carb lasagna rest after removing from the oven. When you cut into it you will get a more uniform slice without the lasagna falling apart.

Storage

This gluten free lasagna is perfect for leftovers. I often cut them into squares and wrap them in plastic wrap and place them in the freezer for up to a month. Perfect for a quick meal during the week. Heat up in a pan or place in the microwave on high for about 1-2 minutes.

What to serve with lasagna

Enjoy with a nice caesar salad without the croutons and how about this delicious Keto Tiramisu for dessert?

Frequently asked questions

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Food safety

• Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
• Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
• Wash hands after touching raw meat
• Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
• Never leave cooked food unattended
• Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
• Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

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