Lasagna
Fuel your gains with this hearty and healthy lasagna! Packed with lean protein, whole grains, and fresh veggies, it's designed to support muscle growth without compromising on flavor. A delicious way to enjoy a classic comfort food while staying on track with your fitness goals.
Preparation
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
In a large skillet, brown the lean ground beef over medium heat. Once cooked, drain any excess fat.
3
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef and cook until softened, which usually takes about 5 minutes.
4
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
5
While the meat sauce simmers, combine the low-fat cottage cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a medium bowl.
6
Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
7
Arrange a layer of whole wheat lasagna noodles over the sauce.
8
Spread half of the cottage cheese mixture evenly over the noodles, then top with half of the fresh spinach.
9
Add another generous layer of meat sauce, followed by another layer of noodles.
10
Spread the remaining cottage cheese mixture, then the remaining spinach, and finish with a final layer of meat sauce.
11
If desired, sprinkle a little extra Parmesan cheese on top.
12
Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
13
Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the noodles are tender and the top is lightly browned and bubbly.
14
Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving to allow it to set properly.
Nutrational Values per serving
96
kcal
9g
protein
8g
carbs
3g
fat