High-Protein Turkey Lasagna
A healthier take on classic Italian lasagna using lean ground turkey and packed with protein, perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 70 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 whole wheat lasagna noodles
- 1 lb lean ground turkey or chicken
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 1 large egg
- 10 oz frozen spinach, thawed and drained
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Boil the noodles until al dente, then drain and lay flat.
- In a large skillet, cook ground turkey until no pink remains, about 7-10 minutes.
- Drain excess fat and stir in marinara, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; simmer for 4-5 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, egg, drained spinach, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Layer the lasagna: spread some meat sauce, add noodles, ricotta mixture, meat sauce, mozzarella, and repeat.
- Finish with a layer of noodles, remaining meat sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then uncover and bake for another 15 minutes.
- Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing to serve.
Notes
For added flavor, mix in Italian sausage or use cottage cheese instead of ricotta. Great for meal prep and freezing.