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Easy Healthy Lasagna

A lighter version of classic lasagna, packed with vegetables and lean protein, perfect for a healthy meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 1 cup spinach fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup zucchini sliced
  • 1 cup mushrooms sliced
  • 1 cup bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup carrot shredded
Protein
  • 1 pound lean ground turkey or chicken
Sauce
  • 2 cups low-sodium marinara sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Cheese
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese part-skim
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese part-skim, shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
Pasta
  • 9 sheets whole wheat lasagna noodles no-boil type

Method
 

Prepare the Vegetables
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the zucchini, mushrooms, bell pepper, and carrot until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add the spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
Cook the Turkey
  1. In the same skillet, add the ground turkey and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Stir in the marinara sauce and Italian seasoning, and let simmer for 5 minutes.
Assemble the Lasagna
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a baking dish, spread a layer of the turkey mixture, followed by a layer of noodles, ricotta cheese, and sautéed vegetables. Repeat layers, finishing with noodles and marinara sauce on top.
  3. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
Bake
  1. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  3. Let it cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gFiber: 5gSugar: 6g

Notes

Feel free to add other vegetables or swap the ground turkey for a plant-based protein for a vegetarian option.

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