These Lasagna Stuffed Zucchini Boats are a healthy, low carb and gluten-free alternative to traditional lasagna. Tender zucchini is filled with a rich and creamy cheese filling, hearty Italian meat sauce and baked with gooey melted mozzarella cheese. It’s a filling and satisfying Italian dinner, with the classic lasagna flavors you’ve been missing.

❤️ Why You’ll Love This Lasagna Stuffed Zucchini Boats Recipe

• Classic flavors of lasagna
• Creamy ricotta and parmesan cheese filling
• Easy homemade Italian meat sauce
• Baked and topped with gooey melted mozzarella cheese
• Healthy low carb alternative to traditional lasagna
• Family friendly and gluten-free

These Lasagna Zucchini Boats are a fun spin on the classic Italian dish lasagna. Baked with all the same delicious flavors and none of the carbs or guilt, this is one easy Keto dinner your family will ask for again and again!

I take fresh zucchini and stuff them with a rich, creamy and cheesy filling, then top with my easy homemade Italian Meat Sauce (that also great on many other things) and mozzarella cheese.

You’ll be amazed at just how satisfying they are and will crush those cravings for comfort food. They are hearty, filling and so delicious!

🛒 Ingredients for Lasagna Zucchini Boats

• Zucchini
• Homemade Meat Sauce
• Ricotta cheese
• Parmesan cheese
• Mozzarella cheese
• Basil
• Salt
• Ground black pepper

*Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

🥣 Recommended Tools

• Mixing bowl
• 9″ x 13″ casserole baking dish

🔪 How to Make Lasagna Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Preheat oven to 375°F.

Cut each zucchini in half length-wise.

Scoop out the centers with a spoon and discard or use in another recipe.

In a bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, parmesan, salt, pepper and basil.

Drizzle the bottom of a glass or ceramic baking dish with olive oil.

Add some of the cheese mixture into eat zucchini half.

Then top with the meat sauce.

Bake for 20 minutes or until the zucchini reaches your desired tenderness. Top with the mozzarella cheese and bake for another 7-10 minutes or until the cheese has melted.

Allow to cool slightly before serving.

☑️ Storage Instructions

Store leftover zucchini boats in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze.

🍴 What to Serve with Lasagna Zucchini Boats

• Caprese Salad
• Keto Garlic Rolls
• Focaccia

💡 Tips

• Don’t overcook the zucchini, otherwise they will become mushy and lose their shape.
• Try to use freshly grated mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. Pre-shredded and grated packages sold in the grocery stores contain anti-caking additives. Freshly grating your own cheese also gives you the best flavor.
• Use full fat ricotta cheese for a rich flavor and creamy texture. Low fat ricotta is more watery and has added stabilizers to compensate for the lack of natural fat, which isn’t even unhealthy to being with. Always use full fat in all your cheeses.
• For the best flavor, make your meat sauce from scratch with this recipe. It is absolutely worth the time and effort, as this sauce is far better than any jarred sauce you can buy at the store. Make a double batch and freeze some for next time. That will save you time when you make these zucchini boats again.

🔄 Variations on Zucchini Boats

• There are literally countless possibilities for fillings in zucchini on Keto, like these Taco Zucchini Boats, Buffalo Chicken Zucchini Boats or these Zucchini Pizza Boats.
• You can also pre-cook the zucchini boats before filling them, then stuff them with either Dill Pickle Chicken Salad, Creamy Dill Salmon Salad or this Jalapeño Popper Egg Salad.
• Another idea is to replace the bell peppers with zucchini boats in these Spinach Artichoke Stuffed Peppers, Stuffed Poblano Peppers or these Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers.
• You can also pre-cook the zucchini boats and stuffed with Pulled Pork, Chicken Tinga, Mississippi Pot Roast or Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken.

What are Zucchini Boats?

They are simply zucchini squash that have been split down the middle length wise, culled out in the middle and loaded up with any of your favorite fillings.

Can I Freeze Keto Stuffed Zucchini Boats?

You certainly can. Place the zucchini boats in a freezer safe container in a single layer. Put a piece of parchment paper on top of them before adding another layer. This prevents them from stick together while freezing.

Do you have to pre-cook zucchini for zucchini boats?

No, for this recipe there is plenty of time for the zucchini to be cooked through with the cheese and meat sauce stuffing. You also don’t want them overcooked, otherwise they will become mushy and lose their shape.

What are the Carbs in Zucchini?

Zucchini on Keto is a great choice. For an entire medium sized zucchini there are only about 3 net carbs! This makes zucchini a great low carb vegetable to incorporate into your Keto weekly meal planning.

🍽️ More Keto Italian Recipes

• Baked Italian Meatballs
• Chicken Marsala
• Italian Breadsticks
• Creamy Tuscan Chicken
• Italian Beef Braciole
• Chicken Parmesan

*Originally published on September 30, 2018, updated on July 30, 2026 with improvements to the recipe, new photos, new recipe information and helpful tips.