Ww Watch Your Weight Lasagna with Meat Sauce
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food without the guilt with this "WW Watch Your Weight Lasagna with Meat Sauce." Perfect for satisfying your Italian food cravings, this lighter lasagna uses lean ground turkey, whole-grain no-boil noodles, and a luscious low-fat ricotta mixture to deliver all the flavor of a classic lasagna—at a fraction of the calories. A rich, homemade meat sauce infused with garlic, basil, and oregano pairs perfectly with layers of gooey, part-skim mozzarella and savory Parmesan. Ready in just over an hour, this easy and wholesome dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, serving up to eight hearty portions. Whether you're watching your points or simply looking for a nutritious twist on a classic, this lasagna will become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Lean ground turkey (93% lean)
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes (no added sugar)
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 15 ounces Low-fat ricotta cheese
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1.5 cups Low-moisture part-skim shredded mozzarella cheese
- 9 sheets No-boil lasagna noodles (whole grain preferred)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 spray Olive oil spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil spray.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and lightly spray with olive oil. Add ground turkey and cook until no longer pink, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the diced onion and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
While the sauce is simmering, prepare the ricotta mixture. In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, grated Parmesan, and parsley. Stir until well mixed.
To assemble the lasagna, spread 1/3 of the meat sauce evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Place 3 lasagna noodles on top.
Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by 1/3 of the mozzarella cheese. Repeat with another layer of meat sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella cheese.
Finish with the remaining meat sauce, 3 lasagna noodles, and the rest of the shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let the lasagna cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your lighter, healthier lasagna!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4174 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 141.6 g | 182% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.4 g | 332% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 829 mg | 276% | |
| Sodium | 6041 mg | 263% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 449.9 g | 164% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 69.1 g | 247% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.0 g | ||
| Protein | 286.7 g | 573% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 3306 mg | 254% | |
| Iron | 33.2 mg | 184% | |
| Potassium | 4861 mg | 103% | |
*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.
