NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

4 oz Ground beef (93% lean)

2 whole Lasagna noodles (whole wheat)

0.25 cup Ricotta cheese (part-skim)

0.5 cup Marinara sauce (no sugar added)

0.5 oz Mozzarella cheese (shredded)

1 tbsp Parmesan cheese (grated)

1 cup Fresh spinach (chopped)

0.25 tsp Dried oregano

0.25 tsp Garlic powder

0.25 tsp Sea salt

0.25 tsp Black pepper

0.5 tsp Olive oil

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a small individual-sized baking dish.

• 2

  Cook the whole wheat lasagna noodles in boiling water according to the package directions until al dente, then drain and set aside.

• 3

  In a medium skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and brown the ground beef until cooked through, breaking it into small crumbles.

• 4

  Season the beef with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder, then stir in the chopped spinach until it is just wilted.

• 5

  Pour the marinara sauce into the skillet with the beef and spinach, simmering for 2 minutes to combine the flavors.

• 6

  In a small bowl, stir together the part-skim ricotta cheese and dried oregano.

• 7

  Assemble the lasagna by spreading a spoonful of the meat sauce in the bottom of the dish, followed by a noodle, half of the ricotta mixture, and more meat sauce.

• 8

  Repeat the layers with the remaining noodle, ricotta, and sauce, then top with the shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan.

• 9

  Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the cheese is melted and the edges are golden brown.