Description
A healthy twist on classic lasagna, perfect for Thanksgiving. Packed with flavor and nutrients, this dish is sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 12 lasagna noodles
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 (15 oz) container part-skim ricotta cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups chopped spinach
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown turkey, onion, and garlic over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in marinara sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, and spinach.
- Spread 1/3 of the meat sauce in a 9×13-inch baking dish. Layer with 4 noodles, half the ricotta mixture, and 1/3 of the mozzarella.
- Repeat layers, ending with meat sauce and remaining mozzarella. Sprinkle Parmesan on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake for another 15 minutes.
- Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use whole wheat lasagna noodles for extra fiber.
- Substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or beef if preferred.
- Add more vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American