Beef Lasagna
Classic beef lasagna with ricotta and mozzarella. 660 calories, 38g protein.
Beef Lasagna has 660 calories per serving, with 38g protein, 58g carbs, 28g fat, and 5g fiber. Prep 20 min, cook 45 min.
Nutrition per serving
1 serving(s)
660
Calories
38g
Protein
76% DV
58g
Carbs
21% DV
28g
Fat
36% DV
* %DV based on a 2000 calorie diet
💪 38g protein per serving.
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard ingredient data and may vary with the brands and portions you use. How we calculate nutrition.
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
45 min
Servings
1
Est. Cost
$4.50
Beef Lasagna
Old-school Italian-American comfort food layered with beef marinara, creamy ricotta, and bubbling mozzarella. A hearty 660 calories with 38g of protein per serving.
Ingredients
- 1 cup lean ground beef
- 1 cup cooked lasagna pasta sheets
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/4 cup onion, finely diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 F and lightly oil a small baking dish.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and saute onion and garlic 3 minutes.
- Add ground beef and cook 5-7 minutes, breaking it up, until browned; drain fat.
- Stir in marinara sauce and Italian seasoning; simmer 5 minutes, then season with salt and pepper.
- Mix ricotta, egg, basil, and a pinch of salt in a bowl until smooth.
- Spread a thin layer of meat sauce in the dish, then layer pasta, ricotta mixture, meat sauce, and mozzarella; repeat, finishing with mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Cover with foil and bake 25 minutes, then remove foil and bake 10 minutes more until golden and bubbly.
- Rest 10 minutes before slicing so the layers set.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 660 kcal |
| Protein | 38g |
| Carbs | 58g |
| Fat | 28g |
| Fiber | 5g |
Tips
- Let the lasagna rest 10 minutes after baking so slices hold their shape.
- Make a double batch and freeze one unbaked for an easy weeknight dinner.
Dietary tags
What do these tags mean?
- High protein
- ≥ 25g protein per serving.
- High fiber
- ≥ 8g fiber per serving.
- Meal prep
- Stores 3+ days in the fridge or is freezer-friendly with reheat instructions.
- Low calorie
- Under 300 calories per serving.
- No cook
- No heat source required — assemble and eat.
Definitions are consistent across the site. Nutrition values are estimates based on standard U.S. database values; actual results vary by brand and portion.
🧊 Storage & Reheat
Fridge
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer
Freezer-friendly — store up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Reheat
Microwave 700W for 60–90 seconds, or until steaming hot throughout. Add a splash of broth or water to prevent drying.
Equipment
oven
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