MEAL PREPPING~HIGH PROTEIN LOW CARB CABBAGE LASAGNA 🥬

Ingredients

• 1 head Green Cabbage (outer leaves removed, core trimmed, leaves separated)
• 1 lb Ground Beef (80‑90% lean)
• 1 medium Zucchini (diced)
• 1 medium Bell Pepper (any color, diced)
• 1 cup Cottage Cheese (low‑fat)
• 1 large Egg (beaten)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh Cilantro (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
• 1 cup Pizza Sauce (low‑sugar, any brand)
• 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (part‑skim)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Garlic Salt
• pinch Red Pepper Flakes (optional for heat)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Cabbage

   Remove the outer leaves of the cabbage, cut off the core, and separate the leaves. Trim any tough veins and set aside about 8 large leaves for the lasagna.

   Time: PT5M

2. Boil the Cabbage Leaves

   Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the cabbage leaves and cook 8‑10 minutes, or until they are pliable but still slightly firm. Drain and pat dry with paper towels.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: Boiling

3. Cook the Ground Beef

   Heat a skillet over medium‑high heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Season with salt, black pepper, garlic salt, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Cook 8‑10 minutes until browned.

   Time: PT10M

4. Prepare the Cottage Cheese Mixture

   In a mixing bowl combine 1 cup cottage cheese, 1 beaten egg, 1 tbsp chopped cilantro, and 1 tsp dried oregano. Mix until smooth.

   Time: PT3M

5. Preheat the Oven

   Set the oven to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to preheat while you finish assembling.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 350°F

6. Assemble the Lasagna

   In the baking dish, layer the boiled cabbage leaves to cover the bottom. Spread half of the cottage cheese mixture, then half of the cooked beef, followed by half of the diced zucchini and bell pepper. Spoon half of the pizza sauce over the vegetables. Repeat the layers, ending with a final layer of cabbage, sauce, and shredded mozzarella on top.

   Time: PT10M

7. Bake

   Place the assembled lasagna in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and lightly golden.

   Time: PT30M

   Temperature: 350°F

8. Rest and Serve

   Remove the lasagna from the oven and let it rest 5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

30 g

Carbohydrates

10 g

Fat

20 g

Fiber

2 g