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High Protein Lasagna Soup

A delicious twist on traditional lasagna, this soup is packed with protein and nutritious ingredients, making it a perfect one-pot meal for busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground turkey or chicken
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 8 oz whole wheat lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, brown the ground turkey or chicken with chopped onion and garlic until cooked through.
  2. Stir in crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, and Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil.
  3. Add the broken lasagna noodles and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for 10-15 minutes or until noodles are tender.
  4. Stir in the ricotta cheese and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Serve hot, topped with mozzarella, Parmesan, and fresh basil.

Notes

For extra flavor, add chopped bell peppers or spinach. Use low-fat cheese options to further reduce calories. For a vegetarian version, replace the turkey or chicken with lentils or plant-based meat.

  • Author: jessica-baker
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: High Protein

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: lasagna soup, high protein, comfort food, easy meal, one pot