A Delicious Meal: Zucchini, Eggplant, and Tuna Lasagna
A Delicious Meal: Zucchini, Eggplant, and Tuna Lasagna
Nutritious & Hearty Zucchini, Eggplant, and Tuna Lasagna Recipe
This lasagna, despite its long name, is incredibly flavorful! Let’s make a delightful ‘Zucchini, Eggplant, and Tuna Lasagna’ that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.
Essential Ingredients- 1 Zucchini
- 1 Eggplant
- 1 can Tuna (drained)
- Tomato sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Black olives (sliced or whole)
- Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- Salt (for seasoning)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare all your ingredients. Wash the zucchini and eggplant thoroughly and pat them dry. Drain the oil completely from the canned tuna. You can use sliced or whole black olives according to your preference.
Step 2
Slice the zucchini and eggplant into bite-sized pieces. Slicing them about 0.5 cm thick into half-moons or rounds usually works well. (Referencing a video recipe for more detailed slicing techniques might be helpful.)
Step 3
Place the sliced eggplant and zucchini onto a heated dry pan and grill until lightly browned. It’s best to grill the eggplant first, as zucchini can release a lot of moisture, then add the zucchini to cook together. Grilling without oil keeps the flavor light and clean. Don’t overcook; just grill them until they are slightly tender.
Step 4
Drain the oil completely from the canned tuna. This step helps reduce greasiness and enhances the tuna’s natural flavor.
Step 5
Layer the grilled zucchini, eggplant, and drained tuna into an oven-safe dish. The unique aspect of this recipe is using vegetables instead of traditional lasagna noodles. Be careful not to press down too hard when layering.
Step 6
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the layered ingredients. It’s important to spread it thoroughly so the sauce seeps between the layers.
Step 7
Arrange the tuna and black olives as toppings over the tomato sauce. Adding herbs or minced garlic at this stage can also enhance the flavor, if desired.
Step 8
Finally, generously cover the entire dish with shredded mozzarella cheese. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 15 minutes. The baking time and temperature may vary depending on your oven, so keep an eye on it until the cheese is golden brown and melted. Your delicious lasagna is ready to be enjoyed!
