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Creamy Seafood Lasagna with Shrimp & Crab

A quick, budget-friendly lasagna that combines rich seafood flavors with creamy cheese, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Seafood
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 pieces lasagna noodles Cook according to package instructions.
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled & deveined Use pre-shucked shrimp for convenience.
  • 1 lb crab meat Canned or lump crab meat can be used.
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese Low-fat ricotta can be used for a lighter version.
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese Reserve half for topping.
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cups Alfredo sauce Homemade low-fat Alfredo can be prepared.
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped For garnish and flavor.
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine shrimp, crab meat, ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella, and Parmesan. Season with salt, pepper, and parsley.
Assembly
  1. In a baking dish, spread a layer of Alfredo sauce on the bottom.
  2. Layer 3 lasagna noodles over the sauce, then spread half of the seafood mixture over the noodles, followed by a layer of Alfredo sauce.
  3. Repeat the layers, finishing with noodles, Alfredo sauce, and the remaining mozzarella on top.
Baking
  1. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  2. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.
  3. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

This dish is budget-friendly and can be made healthier by using lighter ingredients. It can also be frozen for later use.