Low-Fat Skillet “lasagna”

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 9
Low-Fat Skillet 'Lasagna' with Lean Ground Turkey and Ricotta
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 can diced tomatoes
1/4 cup red wine
1/4 cup water , approximately
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium onion , minced
salt
3 medium garlic cloves , minced or pushed through a garlic press
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes ( optional )
1 lb lean ground turkey
8 ounces rotini pasta
1 can tomato sauce
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
ground black pepper
1 cup fat-free ricotta cheese
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
470
Sugar
6g
Fat
12g
This low-fat skillet 'lasagna' is a quick and easy weeknight dinner that's perfect for when you're craving the comfort food flavors of traditional lasagna. Using a skillet instead of a baking dish makes the dish easy to prepare and clean up, and the recipe can be adjusted to serve more or fewer people as needed. The dish is made with lean ground turkey and fat-free ricotta cheese to keep it light and low in fat, while still providing all the classic lasagna flavors you love. Serve the skillet lasagna hot with a sprinkle of basil and additional grated parmesan cheese, and enjoy a healthier twist on a classic comfort food dish.

Instructions

1.In a large skillet, heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil over medium-high heat.
2.Add minced onion and a pinch of salt, and cook for about 5 minutes or until softened.
3.Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.
4.Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking into small pieces with a wooden spoon as it cooks.
5.Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, red wine, and water to the skillet, along with the dried oregano, basil, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Season with additional salt and black pepper to taste.
6.Bring the sauce to a simmer, then stir in the dry rotini pasta and grated parmesan cheese. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
7.In a medium bowl, mix together the fat-free ricotta cheese, chopped fresh basil, and additional grated parmesan cheese.
8.Serve the skillet lasagna hot, with a dollop of the ricotta mixture on top of each serving.

PROS

This low-fat skillet ‘lasagna’ is a healthier version of the traditional dish, with all the same great flavors.

Using lean ground turkey and fat-free ricotta cheese keeps the dish light and low in fat.

The recipe is quick and easy to make on a busy weeknight.

CONS

This dish is not vegetarian or vegan and may not be appropriate for those with dietary restrictions.

Using canned tomatoes and tomato sauce may not be the freshest option, but they do provide a lot of flavor and convenience.

Some may find the dish lacks the depth of flavor that a traditional baked lasagna provides.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This low-fat skillet ‘lasagna’ is a great source of lean protein and fiber, with about 23 grams of protein per serving.
Ground turkey is a lower fat alternative to ground beef, and the fat-free ricotta cheese provides a good source of calcium.
The dish also contains plenty of vitamins and minerals from the canned tomatoes and tomato sauce, such as vitamin C, vitamin A, and potassium.

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