Low Fat Classic Beef Lasagna

Indulge in the hearty comfort of this Low Fat Classic Beef Lasagna, where rich Italian flavors meet a lighter twist. Made with lean ground beef, low-fat ricotta, and reduced-fat mozzarella, this dish offers all the cheesy goodness of a traditional lasagna without the guilt. The robust homemade meat sauce, infused with garlic, onions, and fragrant dried herbs, layers beautifully between tender lasagna noodles and creamy ricotta. Topped with a golden crust of melted mozzarella and Parmesan, this recipe is perfect for satisfying cravings while keeping things health-conscious. Ready in just 90 minutes and serving six generously, it’s a perfect crowd-pleaser for family dinners or meal prepping. Enjoy this slimmed-down classic that doesn’t compromise on taste!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:70 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 6

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

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

In a medium bowl, mix the low-fat ricotta cheese with the chopped fresh basil leaves until well combined.

Step 8

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.

Step 9

Spread half of the ricotta mixture evenly over the noodles, then sprinkle a third of the mozzarella cheese on top.

Step 10

Pour half of the remaining meat sauce over the mozzarella layer.

Step 11

Repeat the layers with three more noodles, the remaining ricotta mixture, another third of the mozzarella, and the rest of the meat sauce.

Step 12

Top with the last three noodles. Cover with the remaining mozzarella cheese and the grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 13

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.

Step 14

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and slightly golden on top.

Step 15

Allow the lasagna to cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing. Serve hot and enjoy your low-fat classic beef lasagna.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2482.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4018.2

Total Fat 127.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 562.0mg	0%
Sodium 4887.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 459.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.7g	0%
Total Sugars 67.9g
Protein 277.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3030.1mg	0%
Iron 41.1mg	0%
Potassium 4538.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.0%

Protein: 27.1%

Carbs: 44.9%