Keto Eggplant Lasagna (Low Carb, No Pasta, High Protein)

🧀 Keto Lasagna with Eggplant (No Pasta, All Flavor!)

I used to think lasagna had to include pasta to feel indulgent — but this keto version with eggplant proved me completely wrong. It’s hearty, full of flavor, and leaves you satisfied without that heavy feeling. The best part? It fits perfectly into a low carb or keto lifestyle — and you won’t miss the noodles one bit.

I like to prepare the ground beef the night before, which saves time and makes everything even tastier the next day. If you’re trying to eat healthier, reduce carbs, or simply want a new way to enjoy lasagna, this is the recipe to try.

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Ingredients

Meat filling:

500g ground beef
Juice of 1 lemon
Salt, black pepper, and ground cumin to taste (for marinating)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)
70g green bell pepper, diced
70g red bell pepper, diced
100g tomato purée (no added sugar)
Oregano to taste

Eggplant layers:

2 medium eggplants, sliced lengthwise into thin strips
(no oil or salt — just parchment paper to prevent sticking)

Cheese layer:

250g ricotta cheese
100ml heavy cream
150g shredded mozzarella
Garlic powder, salt, and nutmeg to taste

Topping:

50g shredded mozzarella

How to Prepare

👩🏾‍🍳 Instructions

Marinate the beef (night before if possible):
Mix the ground beef with lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and cumin. Cover and refrigerate.
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
Bake the eggplant:
Arrange the slices on parchment paper and bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through so they don’t dry out.
Prepare the meat filling:
In a saucepan, heat olive oil and sauté the onion, garlic, and diced bell peppers until soft.
Add the tomato purée.
Add the marinated beef and cook until browned. Cook everything together for 15–20 minutes until thickened.
Make the cheese mixture:
In a bowl, combine ricotta, heavy cream, 150g mozzarella, garlic powder, salt, and a pinch of nutmeg. Stir until smooth and creamy.

Nutritional Information

Nutritional Information (Per Serving – Makes about 6 servings)

Calories	Protein	Carbohydrates	Fiber	Fats
445	29g	8.8g (Net carbs 5g)	3.8g	32g

Why You’ll Love This

⭐ Why You’ll Love This Keto Lasagna

👉🏾 No pasta needed – Eggplant replaces noodles beautifully
👉🏾 Low carb & keto-friendly – Great for staying on track
👉🏾 Deep, comforting flavor – Thanks to the lemon-marinated beef
👉🏾 Creamy & rich – With layers of ricotta, mozzarella, and cream
👉🏾 Perfect for meal prep – Tastes even better the next day

This keto eggplant lasagna is everything you love about traditional lasagna — without the carbs. It’s rich, comforting, and fits perfectly into a low carb lifestyle. I always marinate the meat the night before, which gives it an amazing depth of flavor. No pasta, no problem!