Description
This vegetable lasagna with ricotta and spinach is a cheesy, comforting, and easy-to-make dish packed with layers of tender lasagna noodles, creamy ricotta, fresh spinach, and marinara sauce. A perfect vegetarian meal for family dinners, meal prep, or special occasions!
Ingredients
- 9 lasagna noodles
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook Noodles: Boil lasagna noodles until al dente, then drain.
- Prepare Ricotta Mixture: In a bowl, mix ricotta, spinach, egg, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble Lasagna: Spread marinara sauce on the baking dish bottom, layer noodles, add ricotta mixture, sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan. Repeat layers, finishing with sauce and cheese.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for 10–15 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Rest & Serve: Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Storage: Refrigerate for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheating: Warm in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 15 minutes or microwave in intervals.
- Customization: Add mushrooms, zucchini, or bell peppers for extra veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
