Low Fat Homemade Lasagne

Indulge in the comforting layers of this Low Fat Homemade Lasagne, a lighter twist on the classic Italian favorite. Packed with nutritious ingredients like extra-lean ground beef, vibrant veggies, and a ricotta-spinach blend, this recipe proves that healthier options can still be rich in flavor. Whole grain lasagne noodles provide a hearty base, while part-skim mozzarella and Parmesan add the perfect cheesy finish without the extra calories. With only 20 minutes of prep time and a total of 50 minutes to bake, this wholesome lasagne is perfect for family dinners or meal prep. Serve up a guilt-free take on a traditional comfort food that’s big on taste and easy on calories!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 400 grams Extra-lean ground beef
• 1 medium Onion, chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Zucchini, diced
• 1 medium Carrot, grated
• 800 grams Canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Low-fat ricotta cheese
• 1 cup Part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 9 sheets Whole grain lasagne noodles
• 100 grams Spinach, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large non-stick skillet, cook the extra-lean ground beef over medium heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, diced zucchini, and grated carrot to the skillet and cook until softened, approximately 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, combine the low-fat ricotta cheese with the chopped spinach.

Step 6

Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce at the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.

Step 7

Place a layer of whole grain lasagne noodles over the sauce.

Step 8

Spread half of the ricotta-spinach mixture over the noodles, then add a portion of the meat sauce.

Step 9

Repeat layering with noodles, remaining ricotta mixture, more meat sauce, and finish with a final layer of noodles and the rest of the meat sauce.

Step 10

Sprinkle part-skim mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.

Step 11

Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 12

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Step 13

Allow the lasagne to rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2621.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3596.4

Total Fat 100.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 494.2mg	0%
Sodium 4347.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 436.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 59.5g	0%
Total Sugars 63.3g
Protein 259.6g	0%

Vitamin D 28IU	0%
Calcium 2567.5mg	0%
Iron 40.2mg	0%
Potassium 6936.2mg	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: 24.5%

Protein: 28.2%

Carbs: 47.4%