Lasagna Toss – Reduced Calorie

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 15
Reduced calorie lasagna toss recipe
in Pasta

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 package pasta shells
1 lb ground turkey
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove , minced
1 1/2 cups spaghetti sauce
1 cup fat-free ricotta cheese or 1 cup fat-free cottage cheese
1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
2 cups fat free mozzarella cheese
grated parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
425
Sugar
8g
Fat
11g
Lasagna is a classic Italian dish made with layers of pasta, meat, cheese, and tomato sauce. This recipe puts a spin on the traditional lasagna dish by ‘tossing’ it all together in one skillet. The use of turkey meat and reduced fat cheeses make this recipe a healthier option without sacrificing flavor or texture.

Instructions

1.Cook pasta according to package directions.
2.In a large skillet, cook ground turkey over medium heat until no longer pink.
3.Add onion and garlic to skillet with turkey and cook until onion is tender.
4.Drain off any excess fat.
5.Add spaghetti sauce to pan with turkey mixture; heat through.
6.In a separate bowl, combine ricotta cheese with chopped parsley.
7.Toss cooked pasta with turkey mixture in the skillet.
8.Top with ricotta cheese mixture and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
9.Cover and cook until cheese is melted.
10.Serve with grated parmesan cheese.

PROS

This recipe is a delicious twist on traditional lasagna and is significantly lower in calories due to the use of turkey meat and reduced fat cheeses.

It is also easy and quick to make.

CONS

The reduced calorie version of this recipe may not provide the same level of richness and flavor as traditional lasagna.

It may also not be as filling due to the lower fat content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is a good source of protein due to the use of turkey meat, and also contains less saturated fat compared to traditional lasagna due to the use of reduced fat cheeses.
The use of whole grain pasta can also provide additional fiber.

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