Healthy Crockpot Lasagna Recipe
This Healthy Crockpot Lasagna is a delicious and nutritious twist on the classic comfort dish. Loaded with lean ground beef, Italian sausage, and fresh vegetables, it’s perfect for busy weeknights. The creamy ricotta and kale mixture, paired with gluten-free noodles, makes it a guilt-free indulgence. Simply layer the ingredients in your slow cooker and let it work its magic! It’s an easy, wholesome meal the whole family will love.
Ingredients:
Meat Sauce
2 tbsp olive oil
1 lb extra lean ground beef
1/2 lb hot Italian sausage
1 onion, diced
1 celery stalk, chopped
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 zucchini, diced
1/4 cup matchstick carrots
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
1 tbsp dried oregano
1 tbsp dried basil
2 tsp parsley
Ricotta Layer
2 cups ricotta cheese
2 kale stalks, stems removed and wilted
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
2 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 egg
Lasagna Layers
1 package Catelli Gluten-Free Lasagna Noodles
2 cups mozzarella/cheddar mix
2 tbsp Parmesan cheese
Instructions:
Step 1: Make the Meat Sauce
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2. Add ground beef and sausage, cook until browned, then drain excess fat and set aside.
3. In the same pot, sauté onion, celery, bell pepper, zucchini, and carrots for about 5 minutes or until onions become translucent.
4. Stir in garlic, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, and parsley. Let the sauce simmer on medium-low heat for 15 minutes.
Step 2: Prepare the Ricotta Mixture
1. In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, wilted kale, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and egg. Mix until well blended.
Step 3: Assemble the Lasagna in the Crockpot
1. Spread 1/4 cup of meat sauce on the bottom of your slow cooker.
2. Layer with gluten-free lasagna noodles (break them as needed to fit).
3. Add a layer of the ricotta mixture, followed by a sprinkle of cheese, then a generous amount of meat sauce.
4. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of cheese on top.
Step 4: Cook the Lasagna
Cover and cook on LOW for 3-4 hours or on HIGH for 5-6 hours.
Pro Tips for Perfect Crockpot Lasagna
Use fresh kale or spinach for an extra nutrient boost.
Opt for lean turkey sausage for a lighter twist.
Make extra sauce and freeze for quick meal prep.
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