Lasagne
Also known as: lasagna, lasagna pasta, lasagne sheets
Lasagne is a composite dish whose nutrition depends on recipe — typically high in saturated fat and sodium when commercial. Frozen/ready-meal versions can be ultra-processed with high sodium loads.
What it is
An Italian dish of layered flat pasta sheets with sauce, cheese, and often meat or vegetables.
Composite prepared meal.
Why it's flagged
- high sodium and saturated fat in commercial versions
- ultra-processed food category
- common allergens (wheat, dairy)
What regulators actually say
"Adults should limit sodium intake to less than 2,300 milligrams per day."
"Frozen entrees, including lasagna and similar pasta meals, are among the top contributors of sodium in the U.S. diet."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Composite food; component standards (pasta 21 CFR 139, cheese 21 CFR 133) apply.
European Union — EFSA
Composite food; subject to standard rules.
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