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Spinach Ricotta Lasagna

Spinach Ricotta Lasagna: Cozy Layers of Comfort and Flavor

This Spinach Ricotta Lasagna is a vegetarian feast packed with creamy ricotta, earthy spinach, and rich marinara, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lasagna
  • 1 package Lasagna Sheets Use fresh or no-boil sheets
  • 12 oz Frozen Spinach Thawed and well-drained
  • 15 oz Ricotta Cheese Can substitute with cottage cheese
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese For layering
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated
For the Sauce
  • 3 cups Marinara Sauce Opt for low-sugar varieties
  • to taste Salt & Pepper For seasoning
Optional Add-Ons
  • 1 cup Fresh Herbs Basil or thyme
  • 1 cup Additional Protein Lentils or shredded chicken

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Spinach Ricotta Lasagna
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather your baking dish, mixing bowl, and all ingredients.
  2. In a large bowl, combine thawed frozen spinach with ricotta cheese, and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of your baking dish.
  4. Place a layer of lasagna sheets over the marinara sauce, overlapping slightly.
  5. Spread a portion of the spinach-ricotta mixture over the lasagna sheets, and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
  6. Continue layering with marinara sauce, lasagna sheets, spinach-ricotta mixture, and mozzarella until all ingredients are used.
  7. Cover the assembled lasagna tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  8. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is golden brown.
  9. Let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure the spinach is well-drained to prevent a soggy lasagna. Consider preparing a day ahead for better flavor.

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