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Cozy High-Protein Pumpkin Lasagna

Cozy High-Protein Pumpkin Lasagna for Ultimate Comfort Nights

Cozy High-Protein Pumpkin Lasagna is the ultimate comfort dish, perfectly flavored for fall with high-protein goodness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil Can substitute with canola oil if needed.
  • 1 lb Ground Turkey (93% lean) Substitute with ground chicken for a different flavor.
  • 1 Yellow Onion (diced) Shallots can replace for a milder flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (chopped) Fresh garlic is preferred; garlic powder can be a substitute.
  • 0.5 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Omit for a milder dish.
  • 0.5 tsp Kosher Salt Adjust as needed.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Sage (chopped) Dried sage can be substituted but use less.
  • 1 tbsp Thyme Leaves (fresh) Dried thyme can be substituted.
  • 15 oz Pumpkin Puree Fresh pumpkin can be roasted and pureed as an alternative.
  • 3.25 cups Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
  • 8 oz Lasagna Noodles (broken) No-boil noodles work well.
For the Creamy Filling
  • 0.5 cup Part-Skim Ricotta Cheese Substitute with cottage cheese for a lighter option.
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan Cheese (divided) Nutritional yeast can be a vegan substitute.
  • 0.75 cup Grated Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese Can substitute with any melting cheese.
For the Garnish
  • 0.25 cup Chopped Parsley Can omit if unavailable.

Equipment

  • 12-inch oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a 12-inch oven-safe skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound of ground turkey, 1 diced yellow onion, and 2 cloves of chopped garlic. Sprinkle in ½ teaspoon of red pepper flakes and ½ teaspoon of kosher salt. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned.
  2. Stir in 2 tablespoons of freshly chopped sage and 1 tablespoon of thyme leaves. Cook for approximately 1 minute to release fragrance.
  3. Pour in a 15-ounce can of pumpkin puree and 3 ¼ cups of chicken broth. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer for about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add 8 ounces of broken lasagna noodles, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and let simmer for 18-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Stir in ½ cup of part-skim ricotta cheese and 2 tablespoons of grated parmesan until well combined.
  6. Sprinkle ¾ cup of grated mozzarella cheese and the remaining ¼ cup of parmesan on top. Broil under high for 2-3 minutes until bubbling and golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 28gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This lasagna is perfect for gatherings and can be customized to suit dietary preferences.

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