Traditional Italian Spinach Lasagna
Delight your taste buds with the comforting flavors of Traditional Italian Spinach Lasagna, a hearty dish that’s perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Featuring tender lasagna noodles layered with a creamy ricotta-spinach filling, rich marinara sauce, and gooey mozzarella cheese, this recipe delivers classic Italian goodness in every bite. Fresh spinach sautéed with garlic adds a wholesome and vibrant twist, while Parmesan cheese and a single egg create a luscious texture for the filling. Baked until golden and bubbly, this spinach lasagna is not only satisfying but also easy to prepare in under 1.5 hours. Serve this crowd-pleasing vegetarian masterpiece with a crisp salad and crusty bread for the ultimate Italian feast!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 sheets Lasagna noodles
- 500 grams Fresh spinach
- 500 grams Ricotta cheese
- 400 grams Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 100 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 large Egg
- 800 ml Marinara sauce
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add fresh spinach to the skillet and sauté until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and the egg. Mix until smooth. Stir in the cooked spinach.
Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Place a layer of lasagna noodles over the sauce. Spread a third of the ricotta-spinach mixture on top of the noodles, followed by a layer of marinara sauce and a sprinkle of shredded mozzarella cheese.
Repeat the layering process (noodles, ricotta-spinach mixture, marinara, mozzarella) two more times, finishing with a generous layer of mozzarella cheese on top.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese on top is melted and golden-brown.
Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5478 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 228.8 g | 293% | |
| Saturated Fat | 111.5 g | 558% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 940 mg | 313% | |
| Sodium | 8561 mg | 372% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 595.0 g | 216% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.8 g | 153% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.5 g | ||
| Protein | 291.5 g | 583% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 6705 mg | 516% | |
| Iron | 46.6 mg | 259% | |
| Potassium | 2099 mg | 45% | |
*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.
