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    Home » Recipes » Main Dishes

    Turkey Spinach Lasagna

    Published: Dec 14, 2022 by Janessa

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    With less than an hour of preparation, this turkey spinach lasagna is my take on one of the Italian classics. Using a from scratch veggie packed turkey tomato sauce along with brown rice lasagna noodles, it is a healthier option that the whole family will love!

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    Slice of turkey spinach lasagna on a plate with a pan in the background.

    Next time you're craving a pan of pure comfort, this Turkey Spinach Lasagna may be just what you need!

    Boasting layers of sweet ricotta, tender noodles, a delicious meat sauce, and topped with golden melted mozzarella, it is the kind of meal that satisfies.

    But thanks to the generous serving of vegetables in the sauce, you won't feel like you need to head straight for a nap when you're finished.

    Whether you're entertaining and need to feed a crowd or want to meal prep something for lunch that you will be SO EXCITED about for the week, this recipe yields big rewards.

    The Ingredients

    Ingredients for Turkey Spinach Lasagna with brown rice noodles.
    • Turkey Spaghetti Sauce- This easy sauce is ready in 30 minutes with basic ingredients including lean ground turkey, vegetables, crushed tomatoes, Italian herbs, red pepper flakes and olive oil. Feel free to use ground beef or chicken instead of turkey. Or check out the "make it your own" section of this post for alternative meat sauce options.
    • Frozen Spinach- Thaw and drain the liquid off. Fresh spinach can also be used- roughly chop it and add it to the meat sauce in handfuls, allowing it to fully wilt.
    • Mozzarella- You need 3 cups of shredded mozzarella. I recommend buying a block and shredding it yourself for the best melting.
    • Ricotta
    • Dried Parsley
    • Oven Ready (No Boil) Brown Rice Lasagna Noodles- If you aren't using oven-ready noodles, you will need to prepare them prior to assembly as per the package directions. If you don't need the recipe to be gluten free, you can use regular or whole wheat lasagna no boil noodles instead.

    The Method

    1. Prepare Meat Sauce. Make my Easy Turkey Meat Sauce in a large pot- see the recipe for full directions (it only takes about 30 minutes total and you can use pre-chopped frozen vegetables to cut down the prep time even more!). Once cooked, stir in the spinach until well combined. Set aside to allow to cool slightly.

    Meat sauce in a large pot with spinach stirred in.

    2. Prepare cheese mixture. In a medium bowl, combine ricotta with 1 cup mozzarella cheese and the dried parsley.

    Shredded mozzarella, ricotta and parsley being mixed in a glass bowl.

    3. Assemble. In a deep 9x13 inch pan, spread 2 cups of the meat sauce along the bottom of the baking dish. Add 3 no boil lasagna noodles (leaving ½ inch or 1 cm in between), then ½ of the ricotta mixture followed by 2 cups of the turkey meat sauce, 3 more noodles, the second half of ricotta mixture, 2 additional cups of sauce, 3 noodles and the remaining 2 cups of sauce.

    Collage showing how to layer the different levels of lasagna.

    4. Bake. Place on top of a large baking sheet (to catch any spillage), cover lasagna with tin foil, an oven proof lid or a 9x13 inch cookie sheet and bake for 45 minutes at 375 F.

    Lasagna dish sitting on a large baking sheet to catch any spillage and covered on top.

    5. Top with Cheese. Remove from oven and top with the remaining 2 cups shredded mozzarella. Bake uncovered for 10-15 minutes until melted with golden brown spots. Optional: Broil for the last 2-4 minutes.

    Tray of lasagna resting on a wire rack prior to slicing.

    6. Rest. Remove from the oven, place on a wire cooling rack or hot plate and allow to set for 15 minutes.

    Piece of lasagna lifted onto a plate.

    7. Slice and Serve. Slice into your desired serving portions and serve.

    Leftovers and Storage

    Make Ahead: Lasagna can be assembled and left unbaked in the refrigerator for up to 2 days or frozen for up to 1 month.

    To Store: Cover and store leftover turkey spinach lasagna in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

    To Reheat: To reheat single servings, you can simply microwave for a couple of minutes until warmed through. Alternatively, you can reheat the lasagna in the oven at 350 F for 20-30 minutes, covered (great for larger portions).

    White plate with a piece of lasagna and a fork.

    Make it Your Own

    Change up the cheese:

    • Make it with Cottage Cheese- Use 2 cups of cottage cheese in place of the ricotta
    • Add parmesan- Add ¼ cup of shredded parmesan cheese on top of each of the ricotta layers
    • Use Gouda or White Cheddar in place of Mozzarella

    Use Store Bought Pasta Sauce- I highly recommend making my quick meat sauce recipe for this turkey lasagna. However, if you'd like to skip making homemade, brown one pound ground turkey breast and then mix in two 24oz (650 mL) jars of a premade tomato pasta sauce such as marinara.

    Serving Ideas

    We like to serve this spinach lasagna topped with freshly cracked pepper, fresh herbs such as parsley or basil and grated parmesan.

    And as for what to serve alongside- it pairs well with:

    • A simple side salad such as a fresh Mediterranean, Caesar or Spinach Salad
    • Baked Herb Tomato Zucchini or other roasted vegetables
    • Garlic Toast
    A tray of spinach turkey lasagna next to a plate with an individual piece.
    What oven rack should the lasagna be baked on?

    Lasagna should be baked on the centre rack to ensure the most even cooking.

    Dietary Notes

    If you have dietary restrictions, check the packaging of specific ingredients that you use to ensure they are compliant. This recipe is:

    • Gluten Free- If you use gluten free lasagna noodles such as brown rice.
    • Nut Free

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    Turkey Spinach Lasagna

    With layers of cheese, noodles and sauce and less than an hour of preparation, you'll love this vegetable packed and lightened up classic comfort food!
    5 from 43 votes
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    Prep Time: 1 hour
    Cook Time: 1 hour
    Total Time: 2 hours
    Servings: 12
    Calories: 311kcal

    Ingredients

    • 1 batch Turkey Meat Sauce (about 8 cups)
    • 16 oz frozen spinach thawed and drained
    • 2 cups ricotta cheese
    • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
    • 9 oz mozzarella shredded (3 cups; 9 oz); divided
    • 9 brown rice lasagna noodles oven ready (no boil)
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    Instructions

    • In a large pot, make the meat sauce. (Fully prepare as per the Turkey Meat Sauce recipe post). Once prepared, add and stir in the thawed frozen spinach. Set aside and allow to cool slightly.
    • In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta with the dried parsley and 1 cup of shredded mozzarella.
    • Assemble in a deep 9x13 inch casserole dish. First, spread 2 cups of meat sauce along the bottom and cover with 3 noodles. Ensure the noodles are spaced apart at least ½ inch or 1 cm. Next, spread half of the ricotta mixture (about 1 cup) evenly over the noodles.
    • Next, spread an additional 2 cups of sauce over the ricotta, followed by 3 more noodles and the remaining ricotta mixture.
    • Top the second ricotta mixture with 2 more cups of sauce, the final 3 noodles and the remaining sauce.
    • Place the casserole dish on a large cookie sheet to catch any spillage. Cover with tin foil, an oven safe lid or a 9x13 cookie sheet. Bake at 375 °F for 45 minutes.
    • Remove from the oven, remove the cover and sprinkle the remaining 2 cups of mozzarella cheese on top. Bake for 10-15 additional minutes until the cheese is melted with golden spots. Optional- Turn the oven to broil for 2-4 minutes after the first 10 minutes of melting the cheese.
    • Remove the lasagna from the oven and allow to sit for 15 minutes to set.
    • After 15 minutes, slice into desired portions and serve.

    Notes

    Make Ahead
    The lasagna can be prepared, covered and kept in the refrigerator for up to 1 day or frozen for up to 3 months before baking.
    Leftovers
    Store leftover lasagna in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freezer for up to 3 months.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 311kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 707mg | Potassium: 656mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 6688IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 288mg | Iron: 2mg
    Did you make this recipe?Let me know what you thought in the comments below!

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    1. Tayler

      December 14, 2022 at 7:59 am

      5 stars
      I’ve been trying to eat less red meat, and this lasagna is the best way to do it! Thanks so much for sharing the recipe!

      Reply
      • Janessa

        December 14, 2022 at 1:00 pm

        I'm glad you enjoyed this recipe, Tayler!

        Reply
    2. Ned

      December 14, 2022 at 8:07 am

      5 stars
      I LOVE lasagna and to have a lean protein is a great change of pace.

      Reply
      • Janessa

        December 14, 2022 at 12:59 pm

        Thank you for your kind review, Ned.

        Reply
    3. Gloria

      December 14, 2022 at 8:09 am

      5 stars
      Love the switch up on a classic dish. Turkey in place of beef is a wonderful idea. Spinach and pasta are always a hit.

      Reply
      • Janessa

        December 14, 2022 at 12:58 pm

        Thank you for your kind review, Gloria!

        Reply
    4. Toni

      December 14, 2022 at 8:17 am

      5 stars
      I love everything about this meal!! Everyone at my house loved it!

      Reply
      • Janessa

        December 14, 2022 at 12:58 pm

        I'm glad you liked this recipe, Toni!

        Reply
    5. Charles

      December 14, 2022 at 10:54 am

      5 stars
      I'm excited to make your Turkey Spinach Lasagna! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Janessa

        December 14, 2022 at 12:59 pm

        Thank you for your kind review, Charles! I hope you love it.

        Reply
    6. Doug

      December 16, 2022 at 9:09 pm

      5 stars
      This was the best lasagna I have ever had!

      Reply
      • Janessa

        December 17, 2022 at 7:14 am

        I'm glad you enjoyed this lasagna recipe! Thank you for your kind review, Doug.

        Reply

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