Description
This Spinach Lasagna with Ricotta is a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful vegetarian lasagna packed with layers of spinach, ricotta cheese, homemade marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella. Perfect for a meatless lasagna, this dish is easy to make and ideal for family dinners or meal prep. If you’re looking for a spinach lasagna recipe that’s both hearty and delicious, this one is a must-try!
Ingredients
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For the Spinach Filling:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 4 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Ricotta Mixture:
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
For the Marinara Sauce:
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt & pepper to taste
For Assembly:
- 12 lasagna noodles, cooked
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
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Prepare the Spinach Filling:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Add spinach, salt, and pepper. Cook until wilted, then remove from heat.
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Make the Ricotta Mixture:
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, egg, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning.
- Stir in the cooked spinach mixture.
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Prepare the Marinara Sauce:
- In a saucepan, combine crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for 15 minutes.
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Assemble the Lasagna:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce in a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Add a layer of lasagna noodles.
- Spread a portion of the ricotta-spinach mixture over the noodles.
- Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and top with marinara sauce.
- Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with sauce and mozzarella on top.
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Bake the Lasagna:
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake another 10-15 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.
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Serve:
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add sautéed mushrooms or roasted red peppers to the spinach filling.
- To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free lasagna noodles.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
