Pesto Polenta Lasagna Super Easy
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this Pesto Polenta Lasagna—an irresistibly easy and satisfying twist on a classic comfort food. With layers of creamy Parmesan-infused polenta, vibrant pesto, rich marinara, and gooey mozzarella, this recipe combines bold Italian flavors in a gluten-free, vegetarian delight. Perfectly baked until bubbly and golden, this lasagna requires minimal prep time and offers maximum flavor appeal. Ready in under 40 minutes, it’s an ideal go-to for busy nights or casual entertaining. Garnish with fresh basil leaves for a colorful finishing touch, and enjoy every bite of this layered masterpiece!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Instant polenta
- 4 cups Water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Pesto
- 2 cups Marinara sauce
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with olive oil and set it aside.
In a medium-sized pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the salt and gradually whisk in the polenta, stirring constantly to avoid clumps.
Reduce the heat to low and cook the polenta, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes or until thickened.
Remove the polenta from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese. Spread half of the polenta mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish to form the first layer.
Spread half of the pesto over the polenta layer, gently smoothing it with the back of a spoon.
Add 1 cup of marinara sauce on top of the pesto layer, spreading it evenly.
Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over the marinara sauce.
Repeat the layers: Spread the remaining polenta, followed by the remaining pesto, then the remaining marinara sauce. Top with the final cup of mozzarella cheese, ensuring an even layer.
Bake the lasagna in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let the lasagna rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your easy, delicious Pesto Polenta Lasagna!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
472 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.9 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.2 g | 51% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 43 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 1142 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.2 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 20.4 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 504 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 97 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
