Vegetarian Lasagna with Ricotta
A comforting vegetarian lasagna filled with creamy ricotta, fresh spinach, and layers of marinara sauce, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 lasagna noodles
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Mix the ricotta cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a bowl until creamy.
- Prepare a baking dish by spreading a layer of marinara sauce.
- Layer lasagna noodles over the sauce, followed by half of the ricotta mixture, half of the spinach, and another layer of marinara sauce. Repeat the layers.
- Finish with a layer of noodles, top with marinara, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake covered with foil for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Serve with a fresh side salad, garlic bread, or antipasto. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg