Low Fat Homemade Lasagna

Indulge in the comforting flavors of Italian cuisine without the guilt with this Low Fat Homemade Lasagna. This recipe swaps traditional ingredients for healthier alternatives, featuring whole wheat lasagna noodles, lean ground turkey, and a trio of low-fat cheeses: ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Packed with nutrient-rich spinach and a savory homemade tomato sauce infused with garlic, onion, and aromatic herbs, this dish is as wholesome as it is delicious. Perfectly layered and baked until golden and bubbly, it’s a satisfying dinner option for the whole family. Ready in just 1 hour and 40 minutes, this low-fat lasagna delivers classic taste with fewer calories—ideal for anyone seeking a lighter twist on a beloved comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:70 mins

Total Time:100 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 12 sheets Whole wheat lasagna noodles
• 1.5 cups Low-fat ricotta cheese
• 1.5 cups Shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cups Low-fat Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 pound Lean ground turkey
• 28 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes
• 6 ounces Tomato paste
• 1 medium Onion, chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 cups Fresh spinach, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the whole wheat lasagna noodles according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; saute until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the lean ground turkey to the skillet. Cook and stir until it is browned and fully cooked.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Allow the sauce to simmer over low heat for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

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

Step 7

To assemble the lasagna, spread a thin layer of the meat sauce at the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.

Step 8

Place a layer of lasagna noodles over the sauce. Spread half of the ricotta-spinach mixture over the noodles, followed by a third of the mozzarella cheese and a layer of meat sauce.

Step 9

Repeat the layers one more time: noodles, ricotta-spinach mixture, mozzarella cheese, and meat sauce.

Step 10

Finish with a final layer of noodles and the remaining meat sauce. Sprinkle the top with the remaining mozzarella cheese and the grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 11

Cover the dish with aluminum foil (to prevent sticking, you can spray the foil with a little nonstick spray), and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 12

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Step 13

Let the lasagna cool for about 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2996.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5028.5

Total Fat 161.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 72.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 626.8mg	0%
Sodium 6195.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 612.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 97.7g	0%
Total Sugars 89.6g
Protein 342.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 4408.9mg	0%
Iron 46.5mg	0%
Potassium 8445.9mg	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: 27.6%

Protein: 26.0%

Carbs: 46.5%