Protein-Packed Creamy Lasagna Soup
This hearty lasagna soup is packed with protein and features a creamy texture, making it a comforting meal. It's a delicious twist on traditional lasagna, perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground turkey or chicken
- 1 medium onion finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 medium carrot finely diced
- 1 medium zucchini finely diced
- 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes, with their juice
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning blend
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes optional
- 8 oz whole wheat lasagna noodles broken
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach roughly chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish optional
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and sauté diced onion for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
- Add minced garlic, diced carrot, and zucchini; cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
- Incorporate ground turkey or chicken, breaking it apart as it cooks for 5-6 minutes until browned.
- Pour in diced tomatoes and broth, then add Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes; stir and bring to a simmer.
- Add broken lasagna noodles and cook for 8-10 minutes until tender yet firm.
- Lower heat and mix in cottage cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan until melted and creamy.
- Stir in chopped spinach until wilted, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Notes
Serve with crusty whole-grain bread for a complete meal.