Description
These Spinach Lasagna Roll Ups are a wholesome and delicious twist on traditional lasagna, featuring tender noodles filled with a creamy ricotta and spinach mixture, smothered in marinara sauce, and baked to perfection with mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a comforting family meal or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
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For the Sauce and Noodles
- 2 cups homemade marinara sauce (plus more for serving)
- 9 uncooked lasagna noodles (wheat or gluten-free)
For the Filling
- 10 oz package frozen chopped spinach (thawed and squeezed well)
- 15 oz part skim ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- Kosher salt and fresh pepper, to taste
For the Topping
- 9 tbsp (about 3 oz) part skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Ladle about 1 cup of marinara sauce evenly onto the bottom of a 9 x 12 inch baking dish to prevent the noodles from sticking and to add extra flavor.
- Cook Noodles: Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package directions until al dente. Drain the noodles well and lay them out to dry, ensuring no excess water remains, which could dilute your filling.
- Make the Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the thawed and well-drained chopped spinach, ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, one large egg, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly until evenly combined.
- Assemble the Roll Ups: Place a piece of wax paper on your countertop and lay the cooked, dry noodles out flat. Spread about 1/3 cup of the ricotta-spinach mixture evenly over each noodle. Carefully roll up each noodle and place seam side down into the prepared baking dish.
- Add Sauce and Cheese: Pour the remaining marinara sauce evenly over the lasagna rolls in the baking dish. Sprinkle approximately 1 tablespoon of shredded mozzarella cheese on top of each roll for a melty, golden finish.
- Bake: Cover the baking dish with foil to keep moisture in and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: To serve, ladle a little extra marinara sauce onto individual plates and carefully place the lasagna roll ups on top. Enjoy warm.
Notes
- These Spinach Lasagna Roll Ups make a perfect weeknight family meal or an impressive dish for entertaining guests.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free lasagna noodles.
- Ensure spinach is well squeezed to avoid excess moisture in the filling, which can make the rolls soggy.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Feel free to add herbs like basil or oregano to the ricotta mixture for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 253 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 285 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 14.5 g
- Cholesterol: 28 mg
