NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

4.5 oz ground beef 93% lean

1 tsp olive oil

0.25 cup yellow onion

1 clove garlic

0.5 cup tomato puree

1 cup fresh spinach

1.25 oz whole wheat lasagna noodles

0.25 cup part-skim ricotta cheese

1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

0.5 tsp dried oregano

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

• 2

  Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the lasagna noodles according to package directions until al dente, then drain and set aside.

• 3

  In a medium skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until translucent and fragrant.

• 4

  Add the ground beef to the skillet, seasoning with sea salt and black pepper, and cook until browned through.

• 5

  Stir in the tomato puree and dried oregano, then add the fresh spinach and cook until the leaves are wilted into the sauce.

• 6

  In a small individual baking dish, spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom.

• 7

  Place a layer of noodles over the sauce, followed by a layer of ricotta cheese and more meat sauce.

• 8

  Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a final layer of meat sauce and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese.

• 9

  Bake for 20-25 minutes until the sauce is bubbling and the cheese on top has formed a golden crust.

• 10

  Let the lasagna rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the layers to set.