YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Hearty Lean Beef Lasagna with Creamy Ricotta and Spinach
Enjoy a hearty yet balanced lasagna that layers succulent lean ground beef with creamy, low-fat ricotta and nutrient-packed spinach nestled between tender whole wheat noodles and a tangy tomato sauce. This dish blends Mediterranean flavors and comfort in every bite while keeping your meal light and within your nutritional targets.
INGREDIENTS
3 oz Lean Ground Beef
2 oz Whole Wheat Lasagna Noodle
1/4 cup Low-Fat Ricotta Cheese
1 cup Cooked Spinach
1/3 cup Tomato Sauce (low sodium)
1/4 cup Chopped Onion
1 clove Minced Garlic
1/2 tsp Dried Basil
1/2 tsp Dried Oregano
PREPARATION
Preheat your oven to 375°F.
In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until soft and fragrant.
Add the lean ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
Stir in the tomato sauce, dried basil, and oregano. Simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Meanwhile, cook the whole wheat lasagna noodle in boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a small bowl, mix the low-fat ricotta cheese with the cooked spinach.
Layer the components in a small, ovenproof dish: start with a thin layer of the beef and tomato sauce mixture, followed by a layer of lasagna noodle, and then a spread of the ricotta-spinach mixture. Repeat the layers if desired, finishing with a layer of the beef mixture on top.
Cover with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until heated through.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes to lightly brown the top. Let the lasagna rest for a few minutes before serving.