A crowd pleasing low-carb keto cabbage lasagna recipe that can be made ahead. They’ll never miss the pasta in this veggie noodle version.
When our extended family gets together, I always make a dish that will serve at least twenty people. This year, I made up a huge pan of lasagna made with vegetable noodles.
I found everything I needed at my local BJ’s Wholesale Club. And, the sizes were perfect for a crowd-sized casserole. If you don’t have a BJ’s, you can probably find similar items at Costco or Sam’s Club.
I thought the five pound package of hamburger meat would be too much for the cabbage lasagna recipe. So, I opted for the smaller two pound meatloaf ground meat mix they had.
I also found a terrific jar of low carb marinara sauce. The brand is Rao’s and there’s only 4 grams of total carbs listed for each 1/2 cup serving.
All the cheese came super-sized which convinced me to up the cheesiness in the lasagna. And, after tasting the finished product, I don’t regret it!
I also grabbed a dozen and half carton of eggs to mix some into the cheese layer.
How to make cabbage lasagna
Just follow these simple steps to make the keto lasagna recipe.
That’s it! Now your cabbage lasagna is ready to enjoy!
Cooks tips
Although you can save some time buying sliced or pre-shredded cheese, I like the taste of fresh mozzarella. You could shred it fresh or cut it in slices. I chose the latter.
The great thing about lasagna is that you can get the casserole layered into the pan a couple of days before. Or, you can freeze the uncooked casserole longer term.
A large 11×15-inch pan isn’t likely to fit in most freezers. So, if you want to make this recipe ahead, you might want to separate it into two 9×13-inch baking pans.
I ended up baking the dish and freezing the leftovers. This makes this dish very versatile. You can make it as freezer meals or as a large pre-made dish for company.
Cooking the cabbage leaves
The cabbage leaves must be cooked before assembling the keto cabbage lasagna. They can be boiled or steamed in the microwave, Instant Pot, or a pot on the stove.
To boil the leaves on the stove, place them in salted boiling water for five to ten minutes until they are soft.
Steaming in the microwave is the fastest method. Just place the leaves in a microwave-safe dish with two tablespoons of water. Then microwave covered on high for 3 to 4 minutes. Rearrange the leaves and continue to microwave on high for another 3 to 4 minutes.
The whole head of cabbage can be steamed easily in an Instant Pot. Simply place the cabbage on the trivet with the core facing down. Add two cups of water and pressure cook on high for 5 to 8 minutes. When the time is up release the pressure quickly by opening the valve.
No matter which method you choose, make sure you remove the excess water from the leaves before using.
Cabbage lasagna vs. zucchini lasagna
Zucchini slices are a popular keto alternative to lasagna noodles. But there are several reasons why you may want to use cabbage instead.
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Cabbage Lasagna – Low Carb and Gluten Free
Recipe Video (Click on Image to Play)
To speed things up, the cabbage leaves can be steamed in the microwave. Simply place in a microwave-safe bowl along with a couple tablespoons of water and microwave covered on high (100%) for about 6 to 8 minutes. For even cooking, it’s best to rearrange the leaves in the middle of the cooking time.
Note on Nutritional Information
Nutritional information for the recipe is provided as a courtesy and is approximate only. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information given for any recipe on this site. Erythritol carbs are not included in carb counts as it has been shown not to impact blood sugar. Net carbs are the total carbs minus fiber.
First Published: December 2, 2016… Last Updated: May 2, 2020
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