Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground turkey or chicken (for a lighter protein option)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, no added salt
- 1 cup marinara sauce (no added sugar if possible)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 oz whole-wheat lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella
Instructions
- Cook the Protein: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground turkey or chicken, cook until browned, and set aside.
- Sauté Veggies: In the same pot, add chopped onion, garlic, bell pepper, and zucchini. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Add Broth and Tomatoes: Add broth, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, and marinara sauce to the pot. Season with Italian seasoning, dried basil, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer: Bring the soup to a gentle simmer and add the browned turkey or chicken back into the pot. Let it cook for 10-15 minutes to meld flavors.
- Cook the Noodles: Add the broken lasagna noodles and cook until tender (about 10 minutes).
- Serve: Remove from heat, and stir in fresh basil. Ladle soup into bowls and top with a dollop of ricotta and a sprinkle of mozzarella.
Notes
This soup is also great for meal prepping! Store it in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze in portions without the noodles (add those when reheating to keep them from becoming soggy). It’s a perfect work lunch or family dinner that saves you time while keeping your week healthy.
Warm, nutritious, and packed with all the flavors you love in lasagna, this soup is sure to become a new favorite. Try it out tonight, and let us know how it turns out! 🍲💪
Tips:
For added greens, stir in a handful of spinach or kale at the end.
Substitute zucchini noodles for a low-carb variation.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Soup
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 300 Kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
Keywords: Lasagna, Soup, Healthy, Protein