Description
These flavorful roll-ups combine vibrant spinach, creamy ricotta, and a rich marinara sauce for a comforting meal that’s perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- Fresh lasagna noodles (or oven-ready)
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cloves garlic (freshly minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil (chopped)
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a sauté pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in the fresh spinach until wilted. In a bowl, combine ricotta, 1 cup of mozzarella, half of the Parmesan, sautéed spinach, chopped basil, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Boil the Lasagna Noodles: Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package directions until al dente. Lay them out flat on a clean surface to cool slightly.
- Assemble the Roll-ups: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Place a heaping spoonful of the ricotta-spinach mixture on one end of each lasagna noodle. Roll it up gently, then place seam-side down into the dish. Repeat until all noodles are filled.
- Top with Sauce and Cheese: Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the roll-ups, ensuring they are well-coated. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake for about 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serving: Let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
Let the roll-ups rest after baking for easier serving. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll-up
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: lasagna, spinach, comfort food, vegetarian, Italian
