Healthy Lasagna
Savor the comfort of classic Italian flavors with a nutritious twist in this Healthy Lasagna recipe! Made with whole-grain lasagna noodles, lean ground turkey, and nutrient-packed vegetables like zucchini and spinach, this dish boasts a hearty, balanced profile without compromising on taste. A rich homemade tomato sauce, lightly seasoned with Italian herbs, perfectly complements the creamy layers of part-skim ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese. Ready in just under 90 minutes and serving up to eight, this family-friendly meal is ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prepping. Packed with protein, fiber, and wholesome ingredients, this lighter version of lasagna will satisfy your cravings while keeping healthy eating on track. Perfect for those seeking a flavorful yet nutritious dinner idea!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 sheets Whole-grain lasagna noodles
- 1 pound Lean ground turkey
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 2 medium Zucchini, diced
- 4 cups Baby spinach, chopped
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes (no sugar added)
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 15 ounces Part-skim ricotta cheese
- 1 large Egg
- 2 cups Part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and onion and sauté until fragrant and softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the zucchini and cook for an additional 3 minutes. Add the baby spinach and stir until wilted.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Reduce the heat and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, and half of the Parmesan cheese. Mix until smooth.
Spread 1/2 cup of the turkey-vegetable sauce evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Place a layer of lasagna noodles over the sauce. Spread 1/3 of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by 1/4 of the remaining turkey-vegetable sauce and 1/4 of the mozzarella cheese.
Repeat this layering process two more times: noodles, ricotta mixture, sauce, and mozzarella cheese.
For the final layer, top with the remaining noodles, sauce, and mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese over the top.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil, making sure it does not touch the cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbling.
Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your wholesome and hearty meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5001 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 176.6 g | 226% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.1 g | 356% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 875 mg | 292% | |
| Sodium | 6332 mg | 275% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 563.8 g | 205% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 71.8 g | 256% | |
| Total Sugars | 82.9 g | ||
| Protein | 321.9 g | 644% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 3908 mg | 301% | |
| Iron | 47.5 mg | 264% | |
| Potassium | 7235 mg | 154% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
