Spinach Ricotta Lasagna
Spinach Ricotta Lasagna is a comforting and delicious dish that layers tender pasta, creamy ricotta, and vibrant spinach, all enveloped in rich marinara sauce. This cheesy delight is perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, delivering a burst of flavor with every bite. Impress your loved ones with this easy-to-make recipe that combines nostalgia with gourmet appeal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 lasagna noodles
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 15 oz whole milk ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Cook the lasagna noodles in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and lay flat.
- Sauté garlic in a skillet until fragrant. Add spinach and cook until wilted. Let cool, then mix with ricotta, eggs, half of the mozzarella, salt, and pepper.
- Spread marinara sauce at the bottom of the baking dish. Layer three noodles, half of the spinach mixture, more sauce, and repeat until all ingredients are used. Top with remaining noodles, sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; uncover for another 10 minutes until golden.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 75mg