Description
This Healthy Lasagna Recipe is a guilt-free twist on a beloved classic, featuring layers of whole wheat noodles, creamy ricotta, and vibrant veggies. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, it combines fresh ingredients like zucchini and spinach with zesty marinara sauce for a satisfying meal that everyone will love. Enjoy the comforting aroma and taste without compromising your health goals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 whole wheat lasagna noodles (no-boil)
- 1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
- 2 cups thinly sliced zucchini
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 cups marinara sauce (low-sugar)
- 1 cup low-fat shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice zucchini and chop spinach.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese with chopped basil and a pinch of salt.
- In a baking dish, layer marinara sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, zucchini, spinach, and mozzarella. Repeat until all ingredients are used.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg