Low Fat Classic Beef Lasagna
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Low Fat Classic Beef Lasagna, a lighter twist on the beloved Italian favorite that doesn’t compromise on taste. This delicious recipe combines lean ground beef with a robust tomato sauce infused with garlic, onion, and a blend of aromatic dried herbs like oregano and basil. Layered with tender lasagna noodles, creamy low-fat ricotta cheese blended with fresh basil, and topped with a melty duo of reduced-fat mozzarella and Parmesan, each bite is satisfying yet guilt-free. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this hearty lasagna comes together in just 90 minutes and serves up to six. Whether you’re looking for a healthier pasta dish or classic comfort food, this recipe delivers all the flavor with less fat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Lean ground beef
- 9 sheets Lasagna noodles
- 250 grams Low-fat ricotta cheese
- 200 grams Reduced-fat mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 50 grams Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 800 grams Canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 10 grams Fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the lean ground beef. Cook until the beef is browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, for about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Reduce the heat to low and let simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to boil and cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
In a medium bowl, mix the low-fat ricotta cheese with the chopped fresh basil leaves until well combined.
To assemble the lasagna, spread a small amount of the meat sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch (23x33 cm) baking dish. Place three lasagna noodles over the sauce.
Spread half of the ricotta mixture evenly over the noodles, then sprinkle a third of the mozzarella cheese on top.
Pour half of the remaining meat sauce over the mozzarella layer.
Repeat the layers with three more noodles, the remaining ricotta mixture, another third of the mozzarella, and the rest of the meat sauce.
Top with the last three noodles. Cover with the remaining mozzarella cheese and the grated Parmesan cheese.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and slightly golden on top.
Allow the lasagna to cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing. Serve hot and enjoy your low-fat classic beef lasagna.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4018 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 127.7 g | 164% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.8 g | 309% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 562 mg | 187% | |
| Sodium | 4887 mg | 212% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 459.5 g | 167% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.7 g | 128% | |
| Total Sugars | 67.9 g | ||
| Protein | 277.6 g | 555% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3030 mg | 233% | |
| Iron | 41.1 mg | 228% | |
| Potassium | 4539 mg | 97% | |
*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.
