NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

4 oz 93% lean ground beef

0.25 cup part-skim ricotta cheese

0.25 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese

2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

1 sheet whole wheat lasagna noodles

0.5 cup no-sugar-added marinara sauce

1 cup fresh baby spinach

1 clove garlic

0.25 tsp dried oregano

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0 tsp extra virgin olive oil

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

• 2

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

• 3

  In a skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and sauté the minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.

• 4

  Add the ground beef, sea salt, black pepper, and dried oregano to the skillet, browning the meat until fully cooked.

• 5

  Stir the marinara sauce and fresh baby spinach into the skillet, simmering until the spinach is completely wilted.

• 6

  In a small mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese with 1 tablespoon of the grated parmesan cheese.

• 7

  In a small oven-safe baking dish, spread a thin layer of the meat and spinach sauce on the bottom.

• 8

  Place a piece of lasagna noodle over the sauce, followed by a layer of the ricotta mixture and more meat sauce.

• 9

  Repeat the layers, finishing with the mozzarella cheese and the remaining tablespoon of parmesan cheese.

• 10

  Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the edges are slightly golden.