A Classic Comfort Dish Made Lighter!
Introduction
Lasagna is the ultimate comfort food, but traditional recipes can be high in carbs, fat, and calories. This Weight Watchers-friendly version swaps out high-carb noodles for egg wraps, uses lean meats, and reduces cheese without sacrificing flavor! Enjoy all the richness of lasagna for fewer points!
Ingredients (Makes 8 servings, ~6 points per serving)
1 lb lean ground beef (93% lean, 7% fat) (lower in points than regular beef)
1 lb lean turkey or chicken sausage (lightens it up without losing flavor)
1 (14.5 oz) can stewed tomatoes, no sugar added
1 (24 oz) jar low-sugar spaghetti sauce (such as Rao’s Marinara)
1 (15 oz) container part-skim ricotta cheese (lower in fat but still creamy!)
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (adds umami without excess fat)
2 cups reduced-fat shredded mozzarella cheese (saves points but keeps it cheesy!)
8-10 egg wraps (such as EggLife wraps) (replaces traditional lasagna noodles for low-carb goodness!)
1 large egg, beaten (helps bind the ricotta filling)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray.
Cook the meat: In a large skillet, cook ground beef and sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
Make the sauce: Add stewed tomatoes, spaghetti sauce, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the meat. Simmer on low for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Prepare the ricotta mixture: In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, beaten egg, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix until well blended.
Assemble the lasagna:
- Spread a small amount of sauce on the bottom of the baking dish.
- Place a layer of egg wraps over the sauce.
- Spread ⅓ of the ricotta mixture over the wraps.
- Sprinkle ⅓ of the mozzarella cheese over the ricotta.
- Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with sauce and mozzarella cheese on top.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Enjoy!
W-W Points (Per Serving)
Blue Plan: ~6 points
Purple Plan: ~6 points
Green Plan: ~6 points
(Points may vary slightly based on the brands you use—track in the WW app!)
Nutritional Information (Per Serving, Approximate)
- Calories: ~320
- Protein: 35g
- Carbs: 12g
- Fat: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
Tips & Variations
Make It Lower in Points: Use fat-free ricotta and fat-free mozzarella to reduce points even further.
More Veggies? Add spinach, mushrooms, zucchini, or bell peppers to the sauce for extra nutrition.
Meatless Option: Swap the meat for crumbled tofu or lentils for a vegetarian lasagna.
Make It Spicy: Add red pepper flakes to the sauce for a little kick.
Want More Layers? If you want a taller lasagna, use smaller layers of filling and more egg wraps.
Benefits of This Recipe
Lower in carbs & calories than traditional lasagna
High in protein, keeping you full longer
Egg wraps make a perfect low-carb, gluten-free noodle substitute
Rich, cheesy, and comforting—without the guilt!
Conclusion
This Weight Watchers-Friendly Lasagna is the perfect guilt-free way to enjoy a classic Italian dish without overloading on points. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or serving it to your family, it’s delicious, filling, and satisfying!
