Turkey Lasagna with Butternut Squash, Zucchini, and Spinach

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Delicious Turkey Lasagna with Butternut Squash, Zucchini, and Spinach recipe
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

70 min

Ready In

100 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 onion , diced
4 cloves garlic , chopped
1 package ground turkey
1 can crushed tomatoes
3 cans tomato paste
1 1/2 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
3 1/2 cups peeled and cubed butternut squash
1 package fresh spinach
1 container fat-free ricotta cheese
1 egg
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 package shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese , divided
9 no-boil lasagna noodles
2 zucchini , sliced lengthwise

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
382
Sugar
11g
Fat
18g
This Turkey Lasagna with Butternut Squash, Zucchini, and Spinach is a delicious and healthy take on a classic Italian dish. The butternut squash adds a sweet and nutty flavor to the dish, while the zucchini and spinach provide a fresh, green taste. The turkey adds a protein boost, making this a perfect meal for a busy weeknight or a weekend dinner with friends. This lasagna is also great for meal prep - make it ahead of time and reheat it when you're ready to eat.

Instructions

1.Heat vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onions and garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
2.Add ground turkey to the pan and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
3.Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, water, basil, fennel seeds, Italian seasoning and black pepper to the pan. Stir well.
4.Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5.Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
6.In a large bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, egg, chopped parsley, and black pepper.
7.In a 9 x 13 inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of the turkey tomato sauce on the bottom. Add a layer of lasagna noodles on top of the sauce. Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles. Top with half of the squash, zucchini, spinach, and shredded mozzarella cheese.
8.Add a second layer of lasagna noodles, then top with the remaining ricotta mixture and vegetables. Cover with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
9.Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

PROS

This Turkey Lasagna with Butternut Squash, Zucchini, and Spinach is a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet.
It is also a hearty and delicious meal that will satisfy your hunger.

CONS

This recipe takes some time to prepare and bake, so it may not be the best option for a quick weeknight meal.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Turkey Lasagna with Butternut Squash, Zucchini, and Spinach is a great source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. The butternut squash is high in vitamin A and potassium, while the spinach is a good source of iron and calcium. The turkey provides protein while the ricotta cheese is a good source of calcium.

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