Tuscan Lasagna

Health score
35%
Tuscan Lasagna
45 min.
6
392kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your dining experience with a comforting yet nutritious dish, look no further than this delightful Tuscan Lasagna. Bursting with flavor and packed with wholesome ingredients, this recipe combines the rich tastes of Italy with a modern, health-conscious twist. The secret lies in using lean ground beef, flavorful cremini mushrooms, and nutrient-dense spinach, all layered between whole-grain lasagna noodles. This dish is not only satisfying but also a great source of protein, making it perfect for lunch or dinner.

Each bite of this hearty lasagna delivers a medley of Italian herbs, including basil and fennel seeds, that truly capture the essence of Tuscan cuisine. The creamy ricotta and melted part-skim mozzarella add a luscious texture, ensuring that each layer feels indulgent while remaining light. With just a sprinkle of Parmesan on top, you'll have a golden, bubbly crust that beckons you to dig in.

This Tuscan Lasagna is not only a feast for the palate but also quick and easy to prepare, coming together in just 45 minutes. Whether you're hosting a dinner party, looking for a family meal, or simply craving a home-cooked classic, this lasagna will impress with its beautiful layers and robust flavors. So gather your ingredients and get ready to savor a slice of Italy right at your table!

Ingredients

  • pound ground beef 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • cup crimini mushrooms sliced
  • 1.5 teaspoons basil dried
  • 0.5 teaspoon fennel seeds 
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped
  • cups spinach frozen thawed
  •  garlic clove crushed
  • teaspoon seasoning italian
  • ounces lasagne pasta sheets 
  • cup part-skim ricotta 
  • 16 ounces tomatoes low-sodium divided
  • 0.3 cup parmesan grated
  • 0.5 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese fresh divided
  • tablespoons salt 
  • 0.5 cup onion white minced

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375°F. In a largepan over medium heat, cookbeef, mushrooms, onion,garlic, parsley, salt, basil, Italianseasoning, fennel seeds andpepper until beef is browned,12 minutes; transfer to a bowland stir in ricotta. Cook noodlesas directed on package; drainand rinse with cold water.In an 8" x 11" baking dish coatedwith cooking spray, place alayer of noodles. Top with1/3 of the meat mixture, 1/3 ofthe marinara and 1/3 of themozzarella. Repeat to createtwo more layers with remainingnoodles, meat, marinara andmozzarella; before last layer,scatter spinach. Top with
  2. Parmesan. Cover with foil.
  3. Bake30 minutes; remove foil andbake 20 minutes more. Cool10 minutes before serving.
  4. Self

Nutrition Facts

Calories392kcal
Protein34.11%
Fat25.52%
Carbs40.37%

Properties

Glycemic Index
40
Glycemic Load
13.1
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
33.786956724913%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
5.75mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.67mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.42mg
Quercetin
2.73mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:392.23kcal
19.61%
Fat:11.17g
17.18%
Saturated Fat:5.77g
36.09%
Carbohydrates:39.74g
13.25%
Net Carbohydrates:35.16g
12.78%
Sugar:5.14g
5.71%
Cholesterol:69.44mg
23.15%
Sodium:1813.51mg
78.85%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:33.58g
67.16%
Vitamin K:246.65µg
234.91%
Vitamin A:6905.07IU
138.1%
Selenium:53.47µg
76.39%
Manganese:0.93mg
46.41%
Phosphorus:447.89mg
44.79%
Zinc:6.03mg
40.23%
Calcium:368.32mg
36.83%
Vitamin B12:1.97µg
32.81%
Vitamin B3:6.42mg
32.09%
Vitamin B2:0.5mg
29.7%
Vitamin B6:0.59mg
29.26%
Folate:110.59µg
27.65%
Iron:4.9mg
27.23%
Potassium:921.89mg
26.34%
Magnesium:105.28mg
26.32%
Copper:0.43mg
21.54%
Vitamin E:3.02mg
20.11%
Fiber:4.58g
18.33%
Vitamin C:13.04mg
15.81%
Vitamin B5:1.28mg
12.83%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.2%
Vitamin D:0.18µg
1.23%
Source:Epicurious