High Protein Lasagna Soup

Why Make This Recipe

High Protein Lasagna Soup is a great choice for anyone who loves the classic flavors of lasagna but wants a healthier twist. This recipe is packed with protein from the ground turkey or lean beef and provides a comforting soup experience. It’s perfect for chilly nights, and it’s an easy one-pot dish that makes serving and cleanup a breeze. Plus, you can enjoy all the cheesy goodness without the hassle of layering lasagna noodles.

How to Make High Protein Lasagna Soup

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground turkey or lean beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 tsp oregano
• 1 tsp basil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 8 oz lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• Parmesan cheese, for serving

Directions:

1. In a large pot, brown the ground turkey or beef over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
2. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, broth, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
3. Add the broken lasagna noodles and cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
4. Stir in the ricotta and half of the mozzarella cheese until melted.
5. Serve hot, topped with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.

How to Serve High Protein Lasagna Soup

Serve this delicious soup hot in bowls. You can add extra mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top for an extra cheesy experience. A side of garlic bread or a fresh salad pairs perfectly to complete the meal.

How to Store High Protein Lasagna Soup

To store leftovers, let the soup cool to room temperature, then transfer it to an airtight container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days. If you want to keep it longer, you can freeze it for up to 3 months. Just thaw it overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Tips to Make High Protein Lasagna Soup

• For added flavor, consider adding some red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
• Feel free to use cooked shredded chicken or sausage as an alternative to ground turkey or beef.
• You can sneak in some extra veggies like spinach or zucchini for more nutrition.
• If you prefer a thicker soup, reduce the amount of broth slightly.

Variation

You can create a vegetarian version of this soup by using plant-based ground meat and vegetable broth. Replace ricotta with a vegan cheese alternative to make it fully plant-based.

FAQs

Can I make lasagna soup ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the soup ahead of time. It reheats well and can even taste better the next day as the flavors meld.

Can I use any type of cheese?
Absolutely! You can use your favorite cheese. Cottage cheese can also be used in place of ricotta for a different texture.

Is this soup gluten-free?
To make it gluten-free, simply use gluten-free lasagna noodles or skip the noodles altogether and add more vegetables to the soup.

High Protein Lasagna Soup

A comforting one-pot lasagna soup packed with protein from ground turkey or lean beef, perfect for chilly nights.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb ground turkey or lean beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 tsp oregano
• 1 tsp basil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 8 oz lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• to taste Parmesan cheese, for serving

Method

 

Preparation

1. In a large pot, brown the ground turkey or beef over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
3. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, broth, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.

Cooking

1. Add the broken lasagna noodles and cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
2. Stir in the ricotta and half of the mozzarella cheese until melted.

Notes

Serve this delicious soup hot in bowls with extra mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top. A side of garlic bread or fresh salad pairs perfectly. For added flavor, consider adding red pepper flakes for heat or sneaking in extra veggies like spinach or zucchini. Store leftovers in an airtight container; it can be refrigerated for up to 3-4 days or frozen for 3 months.