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Be Well Lazy Lasagna | One-Pan Dinner with 50g+ of Protein

May 19, 2025

Be Well Lazy Lasagna is a dinner hustle hero – nutrient-dense, fuss-free, and comes together in under 30. It offers all the cozy comfort of traditional lasagna, only with a lot less steps and a totally upgraded macronutrient profile.

I’ve swapped out refined noodles for my favorite protein-packed pasta. Chef’s Kiss Protein Rotini (use code BEWELLBYKELLY) is high in fiber, lower in carbohydrates, and naturally ketogenic. One serving packs 12g fiber and 12g protein. The best part? It doesn’t taste like a “healthy” alternative at all.

Lazy Lasagna is a perfect example of how we can indulge in that full comfort food experience – but with the power of the Fab Four – still keep cravings in check and blood sugar balanced. Let’s see what was added to make it happen:

Protein: Ground beef + plant-based protein pasta
Fat: Full-fat cheese (or vegan ricotta), extra virgin olive oil
Fiber and Greens: Spinach, zucchini, tomato sauce, fiber-rich pasta

The result is a balanced meal that’s rich in protein and healthy fats, but also full of fiber and greens to support stable blood sugar and a healthy microbiome. All without sacrificing taste or sanity.

No complicated 10-step dinner process. No carb-induced post-dinner crash. Just comfort food, re-imagined – less effort, more intention.

Interested in other Be Well comfort food makeovers? You’ll be sure to love these:

Better yet, watch me break down how to simplify pasta night and keep it blood sugar-friendly with a few easy swaps on the Fab Four Kitchen series on YouTube right here!

Prep Time
5 minutes
Total Time
30 minutes
Servings
4-8
Freezer Friendly
No

Ingredients

1lb grass-fed ground beef
1-2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil - I use Kosterina (use code BEWELL)
1 jar marinara sauce - I use Primal Kitchen (use code KELLYSFAVORITES)
1 box pasta of choice - I use Chef’s Kiss Protein Rotini (use code BEWELLBYKELLY)
1-2 cups spinach
1 zucchini, chopped
1 cup cottage cheese (or vegan ricotta)
1 cup mozzarella cheese (or vegan Mozzarella)

Directions

Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef (or your preferred protein) and cook until about halfway browned.
Pour in your favorite marinara sauce and stir to combine. Let it simmer for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Stir in cooked Chef’s Kiss plant-based rotini directly into the sauce and stir to combine. Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer.
Spoon dollops of whipped cottage cheese, ricotta cheese or vegan ricotta into the pasta.
Gently fold in fresh spinach and chopped zucchini. Allow the spinach to wilt into the warm sauce.
Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella (dairy or non-dairy) and transfer the skillet under the broiler for 2–4 minutes, until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil if desired.