Light Lasagna Florentine Recipe

Name: Light Lasagna Florentine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground turkey; 1 medium onion, diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; ½ teaspoon dried basil; ½ teaspoon dried oregano; 1 (26 ounce) jar light spaghetti sauce; 6 whole wheat lasagna noodles; 1 (15 ounce) container fat-free ricotta cheese; 8 ounces fat free mozzarella cheese, shredded; 5 ounces fresh spinach leaves, coarsely chopped; 1 egg white, lightly beaten; ½ teaspoon dried parsley; ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 lb lean ground turkey
1 medium onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
1 (26 ounce) jar light spaghetti sauce
6 whole wheat lasagna noodles
1 (15 ounce) container fat-free ricotta cheese
8 ounces fat free mozzarella cheese, shredded
5 ounces fresh spinach leaves, coarsely chopped
1 egg white, lightly beaten
½ teaspoon dried parsley
¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

1
Preheat oven to 350.
2
Cook ground turkey, onion, garlic, basil, and oregano in nonstick skillet until browned.
3
Drain.
4
Add spaghetti sauce and simmer 10 minutes.
5
Add salt and pepper to taste.
6
Cook pasta according to package directions.
7
In a large bowl combine ricotta, 4oz mozzarella, spinach, egg white, parsley, and black pepper.
8
In a 9x13 baking pan, spread 3/4 cup meat sauce.
9
Layer 3 noodles over sauce, top with half of the ricotta mixture, then one cup sauce.
10
Repeat with remaining noodles, ricotta, and sauce.
11
Cover with foil and bake 50 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
12
Remove foil, add reserved 4oz mozzarella and return to oven until cheese is melted (5 to 10 minutes).
13
Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

1080

kcal

Calories

Fat

134

Carbs

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb lean ground turkey, 1 medium onion, diced, 2 garlic cloves, minced, ½ teaspoon dried basil, and more.

Yes, Light Lasagna Florentine 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!

Light Lasagna Florentine

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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