NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz ground beef 93% lean

1 clove garlic

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.25 tsp dried oregano

0.5 cup low-sugar marinara sauce

1 sheet whole grain lasagna noodle

0.25 cup part-skim ricotta cheese

1 oz shredded mozzarella cheese

1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

2 cup mixed baby greens

0.25 cup sliced cucumber

0.25 cup cherry tomatoes

1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat your oven to 375°F and prepare a small individual-sized baking dish.

• 2

  Boil the lasagna noodle in salted water until al dente, then drain and cut into three equal pieces.

• 3

  In a small skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with minced garlic, sea salt, black pepper, and dried oregano.

• 4

  Stir the marinara sauce into the cooked beef mixture and simmer for two minutes to meld the flavors.

• 5

  Spread a spoonful of meat sauce on the bottom of the dish, then layer one noodle piece, a dollop of ricotta, and a sprinkle of mozzarella.

• 6

  Repeat the layers twice more, finishing with the remaining sauce, mozzarella, and parmesan cheese.

• 7

  Bake for 20 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbling, then let rest for five minutes.

• 8

  While the lasagna rests, toss the mixed baby greens, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes with balsamic vinegar in a bowl to serve alongside.