Low-Carb Cauliflower Ziti
Discover the joy of comfort food without the carbs with our Low-Carb Cauliflower Ziti! This hearty dish replaces traditional pasta with tender roasted cauliflower, delivering a flavorful and nutritious twist on a classic favorite. Combining savory ground beef, a rich low-carb marinara sauce, and layers of melted cheese, this ziti is not only satisfying but also perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of cauliflower
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 1 cup low-carb marinara sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup lower-carb ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut cauliflower into florets, place on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast for 20-30 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown ground beef and drain excess fat. Stir in minced garlic and Italian seasoning.
- Add the marinara sauce to the meat mixture; combine well.
- In a baking dish, layer half of the roasted cauliflower, half of each cheese (ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan), and half of the meat mixture. Repeat layers.
- Bake for about 15 minutes until bubbly and golden on top. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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