Low Sodium Bolognese Lasagna

Indulge in the hearty comfort of Low Sodium Bolognese Lasagna, a healthier twist on a classic Italian favorite. This recipe delivers all the rich, savory layers you love while keeping sodium in check, thanks to no-salt-added crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and low-sodium lasagna noodles. The Bolognese sauce is packed with flavor from lean ground beef, aromatic garlic, and a medley of finely diced vegetables, simmered to perfection with herbs like oregano and basil. Creamy ricotta cheese, a hint of Parmesan, and perfectly melted mozzarella create the ultimate gooey, cheesy layers, while fresh parsley adds a fragrant touch. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this low sodium lasagna recipe ensures you don’t have to compromise on taste or satisfaction. Easy to assemble, baked to golden perfection, and yielding eight generous servings, it’s a heartwarming dish you’ll make again and again!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:120 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 grams Lean ground beef
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large Onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium Carrot, finely diced
• 1 Celery stalk, finely diced
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 800 grams Crushed tomatoes, no salt added
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste, no salt added
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 450 grams Ricotta cheese
• 50 grams Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 large Egg
• 250 grams Low sodium lasagna noodles
• 150 grams Low sodium mozzarella cheese, shredded

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, and celery, and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking up with a wooden spoon, around 8-10 minutes.

Step 5

Drain excess fat if necessary and add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, and ground black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

Step 7

While the sauce simmers, mix ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, and egg in a bowl. Set aside.

Step 8

Cook lasagna noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, lay them flat on a clean towel to drain excess water.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Layer 3-4 lasagna noodles over the sauce, then spread a third of the ricotta mixture over the noodles.

Step 11

Add another layer of meat sauce on the ricotta and sprinkle with a third of the mozzarella cheese.

Step 12

Repeat the layers two more times, ending with a layer of noodles topped with meat sauce and remaining mozzarella cheese.

Step 13

Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

Step 14

Allow the lasagna to cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2633.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3627.3

Total Fat 172.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 81.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 962.3mg	0%
Sodium 2240.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 299.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.2g	0%
Total Sugars 54.9g
Protein 264.0g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 3829.4mg	0%
Iron 29.4mg	0%
Potassium 3870.0mg	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: 40.8%

Protein: 27.8%

Carbs: 31.5%