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Healthy Lasagna With Greek Yogurt

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Healthy lasagna with Greek yogurt is a lighter, protein-packed twist on classic lasagna. It uses Greek yogurt instead of ricotta or béchamel for a creamy texture and fewer calories, while still delivering hearty, comforting flavor.

Ingredients

  • 9–12 whole wheat or regular lasagna noodles
  • 1 lb lean ground turkey or beef (or 1 1/2 cups cooked lentils for vegetarian option)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups crushed tomatoes or marinara sauce
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste (optional)
  • 1 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until soft.
  4. Add ground meat and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
  5. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste (if using), Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10–15 minutes.
  6. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt with the egg, a pinch of salt, and half of the Parmesan cheese.
  7. Lightly grease a baking dish. Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom.
  8. Layer noodles, Greek yogurt mixture, mozzarella, and meat sauce. Repeat layers, ending with meat sauce and a generous topping of mozzarella and remaining Parmesan.
  9. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10–15 minutes, until cheese is golden and bubbly.
  10. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Use full-fat Greek yogurt for the creamiest result.Can be made vegetarian with lentils or sautéed veggies instead of meat.Add herbs or garlic powder to the yogurt mixture for extra flavor.Make ahead and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.Freezes well for up to 2 months—bake from frozen or thaw overnight first.

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