NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

3 oz 93% lean ground beef

1.5 sheets whole wheat lasagna noodles

0.25 cup part-skim ricotta cheese

1 oz part-skim mozzarella cheese

0.5 cup no-sugar-added marinara sauce

1 cup fresh baby spinach

0.5 large egg

1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

0.25 tsp dried oregano

0.25 tsp garlic powder

0.13 tsp sea salt

0.13 tsp black pepper

PREPARATION

• 1

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

• 2

  Boil the whole wheat lasagna noodles in salted water until al dente, then drain and set aside.

• 3

  In a skillet over medium heat, brown the lean ground beef until fully cooked, seasoning with the sea salt and black pepper.

• 4

  In a small mixing bowl, stir together the ricotta cheese, half of a beaten egg, chopped baby spinach, oregano, and garlic powder until well combined.

• 5

  Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of the baking dish to prevent sticking.

• 6

  Place a layer of noodle (cut to fit the dish) over the sauce, followed by half of the cooked beef and half of the ricotta mixture.

• 7

  Add another spoonful of marinara sauce, then repeat the layers with the remaining noodle, beef, and ricotta.

• 8

  Top with the final bit of marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella, and grated parmesan cheese.

• 9

  Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes; remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.