Description
This cheesy, saucy, tortilla-layered hybrid is what happens when pizza night crashes into lasagna Sunday—and brings 102g of protein along for the ride. No noodles, no stress, just comfort food glory with a fitness twist. Perfect for prepping ahead, freezing, or feeding a hungry crowd.
Ingredients
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8 low-cal tortillas
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2 lbs lean ground beef (93/7)
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1 cup tomato purée + 1 cup water
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2 tbsp garlic powder + 2 tbsp onion powder
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2 tbsp Italian seasoning
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½ cup chopped turkey pepperoni (divided)
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1 cup ricotta cheese
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1 cup low-fat mozzarella
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2 eggs
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2 tbsp dried oregano
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1 cup extra mozzarella + 20 turkey pepperoni slices (for topping)
Instructions
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Cook meat sauce: Brown beef. Add purée, water, spices, and HALF the pepperoni. Simmer 10–12 mins.
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Mix ricotta layer: Blend ricotta, 1 cup mozzarella, eggs, and oregano until fluffy.
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Layer (in 9×13″ dish):
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Tortilla → ⅓ ricotta mix → ⅓ meat sauce
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Repeat layers 2 more times
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Top with tortilla, remaining sauce, cheese & pepperoni
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Bake at 375°F uncovered for 25–30 mins, until golden and bubbling.
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Rest 10 mins before slicing. Serve hot with a green salad or garlic bread.
Notes
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Pre-toast tortillas for extra structure
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Add a dash of nutmeg to ricotta for depth
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Freeze slices before baking for easy meal prep
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
Nutrition
- Calories: 619 per serving
- Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 30.5g
- Protein: 102g