Low Fat Lasagna
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Italian cuisine with this healthy and delicious Low Fat Lasagna! This recipe layers hearty whole-grain lasagna noodles, tender lean ground turkey, and a rich, low-sodium marinara sauce for a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite. It’s packed with protein and nutrients, featuring a creamy blend of fat-free ricotta, low-fat mozzarella, and vibrant baby spinach for a lighter yet satisfying filling. Seasoned with fragrant garlic and Italian herbs, every bite is bursting with bold, wholesome flavors. Perfect for a cozy family dinner, this lasagna is easy to make, coming together in just 20 minutes of prep time, and serves up to six hungry guests. Enjoy a golden, bubbly masterpiece straight out of the oven, proving that comfort food can be both healthy and irresistibly tasty!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 9 sheets whole-grain lasagna noodles
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 24 ounces low-sodium marinara sauce
- 1.5 cups fat-free ricotta cheese
- 2 cups low-fat mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.25 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups baby spinach, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the whole-grain lasagna noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set them aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the lean ground turkey to the skillet and cook until fully browned, breaking it into small pieces with a spatula, about 7-8 minutes.
Stir in the marinara sauce, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
In a medium bowl, combine the fat-free ricotta cheese, chopped spinach, egg, and 1/4 cup of the low-fat mozzarella cheese. Mix until well combined.
Spread a thin layer of the turkey marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Place three lasagna noodles over the sauce. Spread 1/3 of the ricotta and spinach mixture over the noodles, followed by 1/3 of the turkey marinara sauce.
Sprinkle 1/3 of the remaining low-fat mozzarella cheese on top.
Repeat the layers two more times: noodles, ricotta mixture, turkey marinara, and mozzarella. Finish with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese on the final layer.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden on top.
Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3313 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.1 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.7 g | 103% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 578 mg | 193% | |
| Sodium | 2416 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 433.3 g | 158% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 50.3 g | 180% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.2 g | ||
| Protein | 223.7 g | 447% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1656 mg | 127% | |
| Iron | 33.1 mg | 184% | |
| Potassium | 5077 mg | 108% | |
*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.
