Lasagne Sheets Health Benefits and Nutrition Facts

Nutritional summary

Lasagne sheets are primarily a source of energy from carbohydrates, and institutional guidance recommends choosing whole-grain versions over refined white pasta to increase fiber and nutrient intake .
The overall nutritional profile of a lasagne dish is heavily influenced by the accompanying ingredients; for example, whole-food plant-based versions typically provide higher levels of thiamine (vitamin B1), folate, and magnesium compared to meat-based versions .
Because pasta expands during preparation, dietary guidelines often specify portion sizes based on cooked weight, typically using a conversion factor of approximately 2.0 from raw to cooked .
While refined pasta is a common staple, major health institutions suggest limiting refined grains in favor of whole grains to better align with established healthy eating patterns .

Interesting fact

The word 'lasagna' originally referred to the pot in which the dish was cooked rather than the pasta sheets themselves.

Standout nutrients

GREAT

SOURCE

Molybdenum

ACE

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Magnesium

ACE

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Copper

ACE

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Manganese

359

kcal per 100g

Protein11.8g

Fat1.70g

Carbs72.9g

Fiber3.45g

Sugar1.05g

Fat breakdown

Polyunsat0.73g

Monounsat0.18g

Saturated0.24g

Seasonality

Not available

Diet

VeganVegetarianPescatarianDairy FreeLow Fodmap

Sustainability

Lighter footprint

Wheat-based pasta has a relatively low carbon footprint compared to animal-based proteins.

Confidencemedium

Storage

Keep Dry

1–2 years

Store in a cool, dark place

Airtight Container

2+ years

Prevents moisture absorption and pests

Flavour

Data & Sources

Harmonized from 2 validated sources

French Food Database

1 contributing source food

McCance & Widdowson

1 contributing source food

Claim citations

Menu Dilemmas: An Integrated Assessment of the Nutritional Quality, Environmental Impact, and Cost of Vegan, Vegetarian, and Meat-Based Versions of Meals - PMC

[2]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Healthy Eating Plate - The Nutrition Source

[6]nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu

Healthy Eating Pyramid • The Nutrition Source

[9]nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu

Strategies for Eating Well on a Budget - The Nutrition Source

[10]nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu

A global analysis of portion size recommendations in food-based ...

[12]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Coverage

Nutrients

FoodCompass

39.7

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