# What You'll Need:
→ Proteins
01 - 1 lb lean ground turkey
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Vegetables
03 - 1 medium onion, diced
04 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 2 medium carrots, diced
06 - 2 celery stalks, diced
07 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
08 - 1 zucchini, diced
09 - 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
→ Spices & Seasonings
10 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
11 - 1 teaspoon dried basil
12 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
13 - 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
14 - Salt, to taste
15 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Liquids
16 - 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
17 - 14 oz canned diced tomatoes
18 - 5 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
→ Pasta
19 - 7 oz whole wheat lasagna noodles, broken into bite-sized pieces
→ Cheese Garnish
20 - 1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
21 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
22 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
23 - 2 tablespoons fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
# How To Make It:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes.
02 - Add diced onion, minced garlic, carrots, celery, red bell pepper, and zucchini. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes until the vegetables soften.
03 - Stir in oregano, basil, thyme, crushed red pepper flakes if using, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Pour in crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, and broth. Bring mixture to a gentle boil then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
05 - Add broken lasagna noodles and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente.
06 - Stir in chopped spinach and simmer for 2 minutes until wilted. Adjust seasoning as needed.
07 - Ladle into bowls and top each serving with ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, and fresh basil or parsley.
