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Heart Healthy Lasagna Soup

Heart Healthy Lasagna Soup

Heart Healthy Lasagna Soup is a delightful and nutritious twist on classic Italian comfort food. This slow-cooker recipe combines lean beef, fresh vegetables, and whole grain lasagna noodles in a savory broth that bursts with flavor. Perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy weekends, this soup not only satisfies your cravings but also supports heart health with its low-sodium and nutrient-rich ingredients. Topped with creamy ricotta and mozzarella, it’s a meal that feels indulgent while being wholesome.

  • Total Time: 2 minute
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb 90% lean ground beef
  • 4 ripe Roma tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) no-salt-added fire-roasted tomatoes
  • 2 Tbsp no-salt-added tomato paste
  • 3 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 cups unsalted vegetable broth
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 8 oz whole grain lasagna noodles
  • Fat-free ricotta cheese for topping
  • Part-skim mozzarella cheese for topping

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef in the slow cooker on high for about 5–7 minutes.
  2. Add chopped tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, fire-roasted tomatoes, tomato paste, garlic, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes; stir to combine.
  3. Pour in vegetable broth and almond milk; mix well.
  4. Break lasagna noodles into smaller pieces if needed and add to the mixture.
  5. Cover and cook on low for about 6-8 hours or high for about 3-4 hours until tender.
  6. Serve garnished with ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6–8 hours
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

Keywords: Feel free to swap ground beef for ground turkey for a lighter option. Adjust seasonings to taste for a personalized flavor profile. For a vegetarian version, substitute meat with lentils or additional vegetables.

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