Description
A wholesome twist on traditional lasagna, this High Protein Lasagna Soup is packed with flavor and nutrition, perfect for cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey or lean beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup whole wheat pasta (like rotini or fusilli)
- 2 cups spinach or kale
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, brown the ground turkey or beef over medium heat. Drain any excess fat after browning.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until the onions turn translucent, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, broth, and Italian seasoning. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Toss in the whole wheat pasta, cooking according to package instructions until al dente.
- Add the spinach (or kale) and cook until it wilts, blending all those flavors together.
- In serving bowls, add a generous dollop of ricotta cheese and a sprinkle of mozzarella cheese.
- Carefully ladle the piping hot soup over the cheese, allowing it to melt slightly, and enjoy!
Notes
For a thicker soup, let it simmer longer or add an extra tablespoon of ricotta while serving. Feel free to swap turkey for beef or use gluten-free pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg