White Sauce Lasagna
White Sauce (Béchamel) Lasagna is a rich, creamy Italian pasta dish that layers flat lasagna noodles with a velvety béchamel sauce, often combined with cheese and sometimes meat or vegetables. It hails from Italy, where béchamel is one of the foundational 'mother sauces' of French and Italian cuisine, and is a popular variation of the classic tomato-based lasagna.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is typically high in carbohydrates from the pasta and fats from the butter, milk, and cheese in the béchamel, providing a good source of calcium and protein. A single serving can range from 400 to 700 calories, depending on portion size and specific ingredients.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 16 g |
| Carbs | 28 g |
| Fat | 16 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 650 mg |
| Calcium | 280 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 220 mg |
| Selenium | 18 mcg |
| Zinc | 2.5 mg |
Per 1 piece (approx. 240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Unlike the more common tomato-based lasagna, the béchamel version offers a milder, creamier profile that highlights the quality of the dairy and cheese, making it a beloved comfort food in many Italian households. Nutritionally, it provides a significant boost of calcium for bone health, though it's best enjoyed in moderation due to its rich, calorie-dense nature.
