Butternut Squash Lasagna

Health score
51%
Butternut Squash Lasagna
45 min.
6
646kcal

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Indulge in the comforting flavors of Butternut Squash Lasagna, a delightful twist on a classic dish that promises to satisfy your cravings while offering a healthy option. This vibrant and hearty lasagna is perfect for those looking to incorporate more vegetables into their meals without sacrificing taste.

Imagine layering velvety butternut squash with creamy ricotta and sharp provolone cheeses, all enveloped in a rich and smoky marinara sauce. This dish not only looks stunning but also brings a wealth of nutrients, thanks to the fresh spinach and onions that add depth and flavor. Whether you're planning a family dinner or a cozy lunch gathering with friends, this lasagna serves up to six generous portions, making it an ideal centerpiece for any table.

With a balanced caloric breakdown and an approachable health score of 51, you can feel good about enjoying each delicious layer. And if you're preparing for busy days, this recipe easily adapts for freezing, allowing you to have homemade goodness ready at a moment's notice. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your taste buds with this scrumptious Butternut Squash Lasagna!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • cups butternut squash diced peeled
  • large eggs 
  • 0.5 cup parsley fresh chopped
  • 12  lasagne pasta sheets (such as Barilla)
  • cups tomatoes 
  • cups onion chopped
  • ounces parmesan fresh grated
  • 15 ounce part-skim ricotta 
  • ounces provolone cheese shredded
  • 15 ounce whole-milk ricotta cheese fat-free
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 10 cup pkt spinach fresh

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • plastic wrap
  • aluminum foil
  • microwave
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 37
  2. Heat a large Dutch oven coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat.
  3. Add onion; saut 4 minutes or until tender.
  4. Add spinach; saut 1 1/2 minutes or until spinach wilts.
  5. Combine provolone, parsley, salt, pepper, eggs, and ricotta cheeses in a large bowl.
  6. Place squash in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and cook on high 5 minutes or until tender.
  7. Coat the bottom and sides of 2 (8-inch-square) baking dishes with cooking spray.
  8. Spread 1/2 cup Smoky Marinara in the bottom of one prepared dish. Arrange 2 noodles over sauce; spread 1 cup cheese mixture over noodles. Arrange 1 1/2 cups squash over cheese mixture; spread 3/4 cup sauce over squash.
  9. Arrange 2 noodles over sauce; spread 1 cup cheese mixture over the noodles. Arrange 1 1/2 cups onion mixture over cheese mixture; spread 3/4 cup sauce over spinach mixture.
  10. Arrange 2 noodles over sauce; spread 1 cup Smoky Marinara evenly over noodles.
  11. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup Parmesan. Repeat procedure with remaining ingredients in remaining pan. Cover each pan with foil.
  12. Bake at 375 for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 30 minutes.
  13. To freeze unbaked lasagna: Prepare through Step Cover with plastic wrap, pressing to remove as much air as possible. Wrap with heavy-duty foil. Store in freezer for up to 2 months.
  14. To prepare frozen unbaked lasagna: Thaw completely in refrigerator (about 24 hours). Preheat oven to 37
  15. Remove foil; reserve foil.
  16. Remove plastic wrap; discard wrap. Cover lasagna with reserved foil; bake at 375 for 1 hour. Uncover and bake an additional 30 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Calories646kcal
Protein24.35%
Fat24.62%
Carbs51.03%

Properties

Glycemic Index
44
Glycemic Load
23.2
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
45.121739252754%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
10.78mg
Luteolin
0.44mg
Isorhamnetin
4.01mg
Kaempferol
3.78mg
Myricetin
0.94mg
Quercetin
18.24mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:645.96kcal
32.3%
Fat:17.81g
27.41%
Saturated Fat:9.88g
61.77%
Carbohydrates:83.06g
27.69%
Net Carbohydrates:73.53g
26.74%
Sugar:18.18g
20.2%
Cholesterol:117.94mg
39.31%
Sodium:2193.07mg
95.35%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:39.65g
79.29%
Vitamin K:332.96µg
317.1%
Vitamin A:14248.56IU
284.97%
Selenium:61.39µg
87.7%
Calcium:801.88mg
80.19%
Manganese:1.52mg
75.8%
Vitamin C:58.47mg
70.87%
Phosphorus:610.12mg
61.01%
Potassium:1673.27mg
47.81%
Folate:190.65µg
47.66%
Magnesium:165.44mg
41.36%
Vitamin E:5.97mg
39.78%
Fiber:9.53g
38.14%
Vitamin B2:0.64mg
37.86%
Vitamin B6:0.7mg
34.8%
Iron:6.25mg
34.75%
Copper:0.65mg
32.3%
Zinc:4.03mg
26.89%
Vitamin B3:4.88mg
24.42%
Vitamin B5:2.01mg
20.12%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.41%
Vitamin B12:0.79µg
13.13%
Vitamin D:0.57µg
3.8%
Source:My Recipes