Description
A lighter take on classic lasagna — layered with lean ground turkey, whole-grain noodles, and cottage cheese for a high-protein, comforting dish that’s perfect for a healthy family dinner.
Ingredients
Lasagna Components
- 9 whole-wheat lasagna noodles
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 cups spinach, chopped
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup part-skim mozzarella, shredded
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375 °F (190 °C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the lasagna.
- Cook Noodles: Cook the whole-wheat lasagna noodles according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Brown Turkey: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground turkey until fully cooked, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Add Spinach and Sauce: Stir in the chopped spinach, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until spinach wilts and mixture is heated through.
- Assemble Lasagna: In a baking dish, layer cooked noodles, the turkey and spinach sauce mixture, and dollops of cottage cheese. Repeat the layering to use up all ingredients.
- Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle the shredded part-skim mozzarella evenly over the top layer for a melty, golden finish.
- Bake: Bake the assembled lasagna in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, until bubbly and the cheese is lightly browned.
- Rest Before Serving: Let the lasagna cool for about 10 minutes before slicing to allow it to set and ensure clean, neat slices.
Notes
- You can substitute zucchini ribbons for the noodles to create a lower-carb version of this dish.
- Allowing the lasagna to cool for 10 minutes before slicing helps keep the layers intact for a clean presentation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner / Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
