Low-Point Weight Watchers Zucchini Lasagna

Servings: 8
WW Points: 2–3 Points per serving (depending on your specific zero-point foods and cheese brands)

Ingredients

• 4 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise into ⅛-inch strips
• 1 lb (96–99% lean) ground turkey or extra lean ground chicken
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups no-sugar-added marinara sauce
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp oregano
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 cup fat-free cottage cheese (blended until smooth)
• 1 cup fat-free ricotta cheese
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup reduced-fat mozzarella cheese, shredded
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional for a golden top)
• Fresh parsley or basil (optional)

Instructions

1. Prep the zucchini
   • Slice zucchini lengthwise.
   • Sprinkle lightly with salt and let sit for 20–30 minutes.
   • Pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
2. Cook the meat sauce
   • Spray a skillet with cooking spray.
   • Cook onion until softened.
   • Add garlic and lean turkey.
   • Stir in marinara, Italian seasoning, oregano, salt, and pepper.
   • Simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Make the cheese mixture
   • Blend cottage cheese until smooth.
   • Mix with ricotta and egg.
4. Assemble
   • Spread a little meat sauce in a 9×9-inch baking dish.
   • Layer zucchini.
   • Spread cheese mixture.
   • Add meat sauce.
   • Repeat layers until ingredients are used.
   • Finish with mozzarella and Parmesan.
5. Bake
   • Cover with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 35 minutes.
   • Remove foil and bake another 15–20 minutes, until bubbly and lightly browned.
   • Let rest 15–20 minutes before slicing.

Tips for the Lowest WW Points

• Use 99% lean ground turkey or chicken breast.
• Choose fat-free cottage cheese and fat-free ricotta.
• Use reduced-fat mozzarella instead of full-fat.
• Skip Parmesan if you want to save another point.
• Let the zucchini drain well so the lasagna stays firm instead of watery.

Approximate Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: ~220
• Protein: 28g
• Carbs: 9g
• Fat: 6g
• Fiber: 2g

This version is high in protein, very filling, and tastes like classic lasagna while keeping the WW Points as low as possible.