Healthy Lasagne Recipe

Name: Healthy Lasagne
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 250 g lasagna sheets; 500 g lean beef mince; 2 cups brown mushrooms; 2 small capsicums; 200 g fresh spinach, chopped; 1 onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; ½ cup red wine; 2 (400 g) cans tomatoes; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 99% fat-free 500g cottage cheese; ½ cup low-fat milk; ½ cup fresh parmesan cheese, grated; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs, of your choice (basil, oregano, rosemary are good); ½ teaspoon paprika; spray olive oil

Servings: persons

250 g lasagna sheets
500 g lean beef mince
2 cups brown mushrooms
2 small capsicums
200 g fresh spinach, chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
½ cup red wine
2 (400 g) cans tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
99% fat-free 500g cottage cheese
½ cup low-fat milk
½ cup fresh parmesan cheese, grated
2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs, of your choice (basil, oregano, rosemary are good)
½ teaspoon paprika
spray olive oil

1
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees C.
2
Spray a large pan with oil and place over a moderate heat.
3
Gently fry the onion and garlic until soft but not browned.
4
Add the mince and brown gently.
5
Add the capsicums and mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes.
6
Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, wine, herbs and spices.
7
Simmer for about 20 minutes, until the veges are soft and the liquid in the sauce has reduced by a third.
8
While the meat is cooking, make the cheese sauce.
9
Blend the cottage cheese until smooth, then add all the parmesan except 2 tablespoons and the milk.
10
Blend until you have a smooth, creamy sauce.
11
Add the spinach leaves to the meat sauce, stir in and cook a few minutes until wilted.
12
In a deep oven dish, place a third of the meat mixture.
13
Follow with a layer of pasta, a layer of meat, a layer of cheese and repeat the layering, finishing with the cheese.
14
Sprinkle the remaining parmesan over the top of the lasagne and place in the oven.
15
Cook for 30-40 minutes.
16
Let stand for 5 minutes before serving with a green salad.

10397

kcal

Calories

843

Fat

Carbs

663

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 250 g lasagna sheets, 500 g lean beef mince, 2 cups brown mushrooms, 2 small capsicums, and more.

Yes, Healthy Lasagne falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Healthy Lasagne

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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