NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

4 oz 93% lean ground beef

0.25 cup part-skim ricotta cheese

0.75 oz shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

0.5 sheet whole wheat lasagna pasta

0.5 cup zucchini ribbons

0.25 cup marinara sauce

2 tbsp whisked egg

0.5 cup fresh spinach

0.25 tsp extra virgin olive oil

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.25 tsp dried oregano

1 clove garlic

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

• 2

  Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add minced garlic and ground beef, cooking until browned.

• 3

  Season the beef with sea salt, black pepper, and dried oregano, then stir in the marinara sauce to simmer for 5 minutes.

• 4

  In a small mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, whisked egg, and chopped fresh spinach until well incorporated.

• 5

  Cook the whole wheat lasagna sheet in boiling water until al dente, then carefully cut it into two equal pieces.

• 6

  In a small individual baking dish, spread a spoonful of meat sauce, then layer half the pasta sheet and half the ricotta mixture.

• 7

  Add a layer of zucchini ribbons and more meat sauce, then repeat with the remaining pasta, ricotta, and sauce.

• 8

  Sprinkle the mozzarella and parmesan over the top and bake for 20 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbling.