Description
Indulge in this Quick and Healthy Lasagna, a nourishing twist on the classic Italian favorite. Layered with whole wheat noodles, rich ricotta, vibrant spinach, and savory marinara, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights. With its colorful presentation and mouthwatering aroma, it’s sure to become a family favorite that satisfies cravings without compromising health.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 whole wheat lasagna noodles (no-boil preferred)
- 1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach (or 1 cup frozen)
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine marinara sauce with oregano and basil; set aside.
- Spread a thin layer of sauce in a baking dish. Layer three lasagna noodles on top, followed by half the ricotta mixture, half the spinach, and one-third of the mozzarella. Repeat this layering process once more.
- Top with remaining noodles, sauce, and mozzarella, adding a sprinkle of oregano on top.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg