Enjoy this high protein lasagna recipe, a healthier spin on a classic favorite. Packed with lean meats, low-carb layers, and a creamy white sauce, it’s a delicious meal perfect for those aiming to hit their protein goals while keeping it low fat and satisfying.
Serves: 8
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Macros (per serving):
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Protein: 34g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fat: 12g
Ingredients:
Meat Sauce:
- 500g lean ground beef
- 500g ground turkey
- 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes (or tomato purée)
- 1 cup roasted red peppers, chopped
- 1 tbsp mixed Italian herbs
- 1 tbsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
White Sauce:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups unsweetened cashew milk (or almond milk or any unsweetened milk alternative)
Layers:
- 6 large egg wraps (or low-carb lasagna sheets)
- 1 ½ cups shredded fat-free mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 30g grated Parmesan cheese (optional for extra cheesiness)
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375˚F (190˚C).
2. Brown the Meat:
- Lightly spray a frying pan with olive oil spray.
- Add the ground beef and turkey, browning them together over medium heat.
- Once browned, add the diced tomatoes and roasted red peppers.
- Season the meat mixture with mixed herbs, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Prepare the White Sauce:
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
- Add the flour, stirring to create a smooth paste.
- Slowly pour in the cashew milk while whisking, allowing the sauce to thicken into a creamy texture.
4. Blend the Meat Sauce:
- Carefully transfer the meat sauce mixture into a food processor and blend until smooth. This will give the lasagna a rich and even texture.
5. Layer the Lasagna:
- Spoon one-third of the meat sauce into the bottom of a 13×9 inch baking dish.
- Add a layer of egg wraps over the meat sauce.
- Spoon one-third of the white sauce over the wraps.
- Evenly sprinkle one-third of the shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
6. Repeat the Layers:
- Repeat the layering process twice, using the remaining meat sauce, white sauce, and shredded mozzarella.
7. Final Layer:
- For the last layer, add the ricotta cheese over the egg wraps.
- Spoon the remaining white sauce over the ricotta, then top with the remaining shredded mozzarella cheese and optional Parmesan for extra cheesiness.
8. Bake:
- Cover the lasagna with aluminum foil and bake for 35 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let the lasagna stand for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Tips:
- Feel free to use your preferred unsweetened milk alternative for the white sauce.
- If you’re craving an extra cheesy lasagna, adding Parmesan in the final layer enhances the flavor perfectly!
Enjoy your high-protein, low-carb lasagna—perfect for meal prep or family dinners!
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