Description
Hearty lasagna soup brings Italian comfort to your table with a delightful gluten-free and dairy-free twist. Packed with rich flavors and wholesome ingredients, you’ll savor every spoonful of this comforting, nourishing meal.
Ingredients
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Main Proteins:
- 1/2 pound ground beef
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 ounces/411 grams) diced tomatoes, with liquid
- 2 cups spinach (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
Liquid and Noodles:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth (add more as needed for reheating)
- 1 box (10 ounces/283 grams) gluten-free lasagna noodles, broken in half
Instructions
- Prepare the aromatic base by heating olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until fragrant and onions become translucent, approximately 3-5 minutes.
- Introduce ground beef to the pot, breaking it apart while cooking. Ensure the meat is thoroughly browned and drain any excess fat.
- Create the soup foundation by incorporating tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Carefully add broken lasagna noodles to the bubbling liquid. Simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring periodically to prevent noodle clumping and ensure even cooking.
- In the final moments of preparation, fold fresh spinach into the hot soup. Allow the greens to wilt naturally, infusing the dish with vibrant color and nutrition. Taste and fine-tune seasonings as desired before serving.
Notes
- Enhance flavor depth by browning beef thoroughly before adding liquid ingredients for richer taste profile.
- Swap traditional lasagna noodles with gluten-free alternatives like chickpea or rice pasta to maintain recipe’s dietary compatibility.
- Control spice levels by adjusting red pepper flakes quantity, allowing personalization for different heat tolerances.
- Break lasagna noodles into smaller pieces beforehand to ensure even cooking and easier eating experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg