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Keto Beef Eggplant Lasagna Recipe

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A rich, cheesy keto beef eggplant lasagna made without pasta, perfect for low carb dinners, meal prep, and feeding the whole family. With layers of roasted eggplant, savory meat sauce, and melty cheese, it’s one of the best healthy dinner recipes out there for anyone on the keto diet.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Eggplant:

  • 2 large eggplants, sliced 1/4 inch thick

  • Salt (to sweat the eggplant)

  • Olive oil (for roasting)

For the Meat Sauce:

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20)

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 small onion, chopped

  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes, no sugar added

  • 1 tsp dried oregano

  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Cheese Layer:

  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella

  • 1 cup ricotta or cottage cheese

  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan

  • 1 egg

Instructions

  1. Prep Eggplant: Slice eggplant and lay on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt and let sit for 30 minutes. Pat dry.

  2. Roast Eggplant: Brush slices with olive oil. Roast at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes until soft and golden.

  3. Make Meat Sauce: Brown ground beef in a skillet. Add onion and garlic; cook until soft. Stir in tomatoes, oregano, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer 15 minutes.

  4. Mix Cheese Layer: Combine ricotta, parmesan, egg, and a little salt in a bowl.

  5. Assemble Lasagna: In a baking dish, layer a bit of meat sauce, eggplant, cheese mix, mozzarella, and repeat. Finish with sauce and extra cheese on top.

  6. Bake: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30–35 minutes. Broil for the last 5 minutes for a golden top.

  7. Rest: Let it sit 10 minutes before cutting.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, replace ground beef with mushrooms or lentils.

  • For vegan, skip cheese and egg or use plant-based alternatives.

  • Freezes well before or after baking.

  • Want more veggies? Add spinach or zucchini between layers.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://www.wellnesswarrior.org/keto-beef-eggplant-lasagna/