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spinach lasagna recipe

spinach lasagna recipe

This spinach lasagna is a delightful and nutritious twist on the traditional recipe, packed with layers of creamy ricotta, spinach, and melting mozzarella, all nestled between sheets of pasta. It is perfect for a family dinner or a meal prep option for the week.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 People
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large pot
  • 1 colander
  • 1 9x13 inch baking dish
  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 wooden spoon
  • 1 cooking spray
  • 1 aluminum foil
  • 1 oven

Ingredients
  

  • 9 noodles lasagna uncooked
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups fresh spinach chopped
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 unit egg
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • to taste unit Salt
  • to taste unit Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add lasagna noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the noodles in a colander and set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, chopped spinach, half of the mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, and basil. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
  • In the bottom of the baking dish, spread a thin layer of marinara sauce (about ½ cup). Place 3 lasagna noodles over the sauce.
  • Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by a layer of marinara sauce (about ½ cup).
  • Repeat the layering process: add another 3 lasagna noodles, the remaining ricotta mixture, and another layer of marinara sauce.
  • Top with the remaining 3 lasagna noodles and cover with the rest of the marinara sauce. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
  • Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil, ensuring that it does not touch the cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
  • After 30 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Once cooked, remove from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

For added flavor, you can sauté the spinach in olive oil before mixing it into the ricotta.
Feel free to add other vegetables such as zucchini or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
This lasagna can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator, then reheated before serving.