Ww Watch Your Weight Lasagna With Meat Sauce

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
WW Watch Your Weight Lasagna With Meat Sauce
in Pasta

Prep

25 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

9 lasagna noodles
1 teaspoon fennel seed
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 lb lean ground beef
1 onion , chopped
1 red bell pepper , seeded and chopped
1 zucchini , chopped
2 containers refrigerated marinara sauce
1 1/2 cups fat-free ricotta cheese
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup pecorino romano cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
9
Calories
294
Sugar
6g
Fat
8g
This WW Watch Your Weight Lasagna With Meat Sauce is a healthier twist on a classic Italian dish, perfect for anyone watching their weight and looking for a delicious, filling meal. By using lean ground beef and fat-free ricotta cheese, this recipe is full of flavour but light on calories. The recipe also includes protein-rich mozzarella cheese and vegetables like zucchini and red bell pepper, making it a well-balanced and nutritious meal. This dish is perfect for anyone who loves lasagna but wants a healthier version without sacrificing taste.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.Cook lasagne noodles according to package directions; drain and set aside.
3.Meanwhile, combine fennel seed and olive oil in a large skillet; heat over medium-high heat.
4.Add beef, onion, red bell pepper and zucchini. Cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables are soft and beef is browned, about 10 minutes. Add marinara sauce; simmer for 5 minutes
5.In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, 1/4 cup mozzarella and pecorino romano cheese.
6.Spread 1/3 of sauce mixture over the bottom of a 13 X 9-inch baking dish.
7.Place 3 lasagne noodles evenly over sauce. Spread 1/2 of the cheese mixture over noodles. Repeat with another layer of sauce, noodles and cheese mixture.
8.Top with remaining sauce, making sure noodles are completely covered. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese
9.Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting into 9 pieces and serving.

PROS

This WW Watch Your Weight Lasagna With Meat Sauce recipe is deliciously low in calories and fat, making it perfect for those watching their weight.

It is also rich in protein and calcium from the cheese.

CONS

The recipe requires a little effort to prepare, and it also requires some time to cook.

The noodles can sometimes become too soft, which may not be enjoyed by all.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This lasagna recipe is low in calories and fat but high in protein and calcium.
The tomato sauce contains lycopene, an antioxidant that has been linked to reducing the risk of certain types of cancer.
The zucchini in this recipe is a good source of vitamins and minerals, while the fennel seed has been shown to improve digestion and reduce inflammation.

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