Turkey ‘n’ Squash Lasagna

  Chicken & Turkey

I came up with this lasagna recipe when spaghetti squash was on sale at the supermarket, and it was a hit with all my friends. I used ground turkey because I'm trying to cook healthier.

Turkey ‘n’ Squash Lasagna

Average Rating: 4.25

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 70 min. Bake: 50 min. + standing
YIELD: 12 servings.

Ingredients

  • 1 medium spaghetti squash (2 to 2-1/2 pounds)
  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cans (28 ounces each) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
  • 1/3 cup minced fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 carton (15 ounces) reduced-fat ricotta cheese
  • 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 2 medium zucchini, sliced
  • 6 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
  • 2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided

Instructions

  • 1. With a sharp knife, pierce spaghetti squash 10 times. Place on a microwave-safe plate; microwave on high for 5-6 minutes. Turn; cook 4-5 minutes longer or until fork-tender. Cover and let stand for 15 minutes. Cut squash in half lengthwise; discard seeds. Scoop out squash, separating strands with a fork; set aside.
  • 2. In a large saucepan, cook turkey and onion in 1-1/2 teaspoons oil over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in the tomatoes, tomato paste, parsley, sugar and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • 3. In a small bowl, combine the egg, ricotta and 3/4 cup Parmesan until blended. In a small skillet, saute zucchini in remaining oil until crisp-tender.
  • 4. Spread 1-1/2 cups meat sauce into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Layer with three noodles and half of the zucchini, spaghetti squash and ricotta mixture. Sprinkle with 1-1/2 cups mozzarella and half of remaining sauce. Top with the remaining noodles, zucchini, spaghetti squash, ricotta mixture and sauce (dish will be full).
  • 5. Place dish on a baking sheet. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-55 minutes or until edges are bubbly. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts

1 piece: 311 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 72mg cholesterol, 548mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 5g fiber), 22g protein.
Diabetic Exchanges:
2 starch, 2 lean meat, 1 fat.

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