Indulge in a culinary journey with our exquisite Spinach Vegetable Lasagna, a delightful vegetarian masterpiece that tantalizes taste buds and nourishes the soul. This delectable dish features layers of tender lasagna noodles, enveloped in a creamy and flavorful spinach filling, complemented by a medley of fresh vegetables. The lasagna is then smothered in a rich and tangy tomato sauce, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more. Discover this exceptional recipe, along with variations that cater to different dietary preferences, including a gluten-free option, a vegan version, and a meat-lover's delight. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that celebrates the goodness of vegetables while satisfying your cravings for a hearty and comforting meal.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SPINACH LASAGNA RECIPE
This easy Spinach Lasagna made with layers of spinach-ricotta filling, cheese, and a flavorful homemade tomato sauce is the perfect comfort food. An easy vegetarian dinner idea that your whole family will enjoy! This recipe can be easily adapted to fit your needs when you're short on time.
Provided by Julia Foerster
Categories Main Course
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat your oven to 390°F (200°C). Grease a 11x7-inch baking dish.
- If using traditional lasagne noodles place them into the bottom of the baking dish. Pour hot water over the noodles until they are covered and let them soak for 30 minutes, then drain and discard water.
- In another saucepan heat up olive oil over medium temperature. Sauté the onions for 2-3 minutes until translucent. Add chopped garlic and cook for one more minute.
- Add the tomatoes to the onions. Season with pepper, salt, oregano and a pinch of sugar. Let simmer for 15 minutes.
- In a large saucepan, heat 1/4 cup (60ml) water over medium heat until simmering. Add fresh spinach leaves and cook for 3-4 minutes. If using frozen spinach cook for 10 minutes until warmed through.
- In a medium bowl combine ricotta, egg, and grated parmesan cheese. Season with a little bit nutmeg, salt, and pepper to taste.
- When the spinach is cooked and drain the spinach using a colander, then season with salt and pepper. Let it cool down for 2-3 minutes before adding it to the ricotta mixture.
- Assemble lasagna: Put a few tablespoons tomato sauce into the bottom of the baking dish. Top with 4 lasagna noodles. Spread 1/3 of the ricotta-spinach mixture on top of the lasagne sheets. Top it with 1/4 of the tomato sauce. Sprinkle 1/4 of the grated mozzarella cheese on top and cover with 4 lasagne noodles. Repeat layering two more times and finish with a layer of pasta topped with the remaining tomato sauce. Top with remaining cheese.
- Cover baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes then remove foil and bake for 20 more minutes until the cheese is browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 545 kcal, Carbohydrate 59 g, Protein 31 g, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 93 mg, Sodium 668 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SPINACH VEGETABLE LASAGNA
This mildly seasoned lasagna is chock-full of fresh spinach, mushrooms, carrots and onions. Vicki Boman says it even pleases nonvegetarians when she serves it at her home in Ponca City, Oklahoma.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Add 2-1/2 cups milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Stir in 1-1/2 cups Parmesan cheese, mustard, 1/4 teaspoon salt and hot pepper sauce; set aside., In a large nonstick skillet, saute the mushrooms, onions, carrots and garlic in oil until tender. Stir in spinach and remaining salt. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until spinach is wilted; drain. , Remove from the heat; stir in 1-1/2 cups cheese sauce. Combine the remaining cheese sauce and milk. Spread half of the cheese sauce in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with three noodles and half the vegetable mixture; repeat. Top with remaining noodles and cheese sauce. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 496mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
EASY VEGETARIAN SPINACH LASAGNA
It's easy, it's cheesy, and it's vegetarian!
Provided by MOTTSBELA
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 1h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray a 1 1/2-quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook lasagna in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain.
- Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add spinach, cover, and steam until tender, 2 to 6 minutes. Drain spinach.
- Mix spinach, ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, egg, nutmeg, basil, salt, and black pepper in a bowl until thoroughly combined.
- Spread 1/4 cup pasta sauce on the bottom of the prepared casserole dish; top with 3 lasagna noodles, 1/2 of the ricotta mixture, and 1/4 cup pasta sauce. Repeat layers of 3 more noodles, 1/2 cup ricotta mixture, and 1/4 cup pasta sauce. End with remaining 3 lasagna noodles and 1/4 cup pasta sauce. Sprinkle 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese on top. Cover casserole with aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Uncover casserole and continue baking until lasagna is bubbling and lightly browned, about 25 more minutes. Let lasagna stand 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 305 calories, Carbohydrate 36.8 g, Cholesterol 54.8 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 18.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 442.7 mg, Sugar 5.6 g
ROAST VEGETABLE LASAGNE WITH SPINACH AND RICOTTA
A really delicious vegetarian lasagne - a recipe I've honed from all kinds of different sources, and lots of tinkering. Great for a Sunday night meal. All it needs is a simple side salad and maybe some garlic bread. If you can't get fresh lasagne sheets, dried ones which have been boiled for a few minutes are fine, but you really can't beat fresh pasta. Also, I use homemade pasta sauce (I make it while the vegies are cooking), but you can use store bought. Feel free to substitute whatever vegetables are in season - it's a very flexible recipe
Provided by kate.r.wilson
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h25m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Place the vegetables in a roasting dish, cover in the olive oil and brown sugar and season well with salt and pepper. Tear the basil over the top of the vegies.
- Roast at 180C for around 45 minutes.
- While the vegetables are roasting, make pasta sauce (if you are using homemade) and spinach/ricotta mix.
- For the spinach and ricotta mix, defrost the spinach in the microwave.
- Mix into the thawed spinach the ricotta, cubed feta and parmesan. Stir thoroughly and season with salt and pepper.
- Layer the lasagne as follows: Pasta sauce on the bottom, then lasagne sheet, ricotta mix, lasagne sheet, vegetables (minus the garlic cloves), lasagne sheet, ricotta mix, lasagne sheet, pasta sauce, cheddar cheese. Finish off with the second amount of parmesan over the top of the lasagne (this helps create a great golden colour and a delicious flavour once it's cooked). I also like to add another dash of cracked pepper to the top for good measure.
- Bake the lasagne at 180C for 30 - 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
- If you feel so inclined, you can use the roasted cloves of garlic to make garlic butter for homemade garlic bread. Yum!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1060.8, Fat 42.6, SaturatedFat 22.7, Cholesterol 115.6, Sodium 1668.3, Carbohydrate 122.3, Fiber 14.2, Sugar 30.7, Protein 48.6
ARTICHOKE SPINACH LASAGNA
This is a fabulous lasagna made with an artichoke and spinach mixture which has been cooked with vegetable broth, onions and garlic. The mixture is layered with lasagna noodles, pasta sauce, mozzarella cheese, and topped with crumbled feta.
Provided by DMCCRACKEN
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 1h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add noodles and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- Spray a large skillet with cooking spray and heat on medium-high. Saute onion and garlic for 3 minutes, or until onion is tender-crisp. Stir in broth and rosemary; bring to a boil. Stir in artichoke hearts and spinach; reduce heat, cover and simmer 5 minutes. Stir in pasta sauce.
- Spread 1/4 of the artichoke mixture in the bottom of the prepared baking dish; top with 3 cooked noodles. Sprinkle 3/4 cup mozzarella cheese over noodles. Repeat layers 2 more times, ending with artichoke mixture and mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle crumbled feta on top.
- Bake, covered, for 40 minutes. Uncover, and bake 15 minutes more, or until hot and bubbly. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.5 calories, Carbohydrate 44.5 g, Cholesterol 41.7 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 21.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 1138.6 mg, Sugar 12.4 g
SPINACH LASAGNA
Traditional lasagna goes vegetarian when you substitute the meat for vegetables like spinach and zucchini. Layer this spinach lasagna with 3 types of cheese and bechamel sauce. You won't even miss the meat.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Vegetarian Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees with rack in middle position.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. When oil shimmers, add onions and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, 3 minutes. Add spinach, a few handfuls at a time, and cook, stirring frequently, until all spinach is wilted, 3-5 minutes. Transfer to a mesh strainer and press against spinach to remove as much liquid as possible.
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over high heat. Add flour and cook, whisking constantly, until roux is golden brown, 1 minute. Add milk and continue whisking until milk begins to boil and thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan, nutmeg, 1 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Cover surface with plastic wrap.
- Heat remaining 3 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and fry zucchini, turning once, until golden brown on both sides, 2 minutes per side. Transfer to paper towel-lined plate to drain and sprinkle with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Spread 1 cup bechamel along the bottom of a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Place one-third of noodles over bechamel in a single, overlapping layer. Top with 1 cup bechamel and half of spinach. Repeat with a second layer of noodles, bechamel, and spinach. Top with remaining noodles, remaining bechamel, zucchini, mozzarella, and Pecorino Romano. Cover with foil and bake 45 minutes. Remove foil and continue baking until cheese is golden in places and lasagna is bubbling along the edges, about 15 minutes.
- Remove lasagna from oven and let stand 20 minutes before slicing and serving.
SPINACH LASAGNA
Due to an injury, I'm not as active as I used to be and can't burn off the calories. Because I love Italian food, one of the first things I looked for was a low-fat lasagna. This meatless recipe is not only good, it's good for you. -E. Marie Goetz, Morgantown, Kentucky
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h10m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook noodles according to package directions. Rinse in cold water; drain well., In a large bowl, combine the spinach, ricotta cheese, egg, egg white, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, garlic, basil, pepper and nutmeg. Combine mozzarella cheese and remaining Parmesan cheese., In a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray, layer three noodles, 3/4 cup tomato sauce, 1 cup spinach mixture and 3/4 cup cheese mixture. Repeat layers three times., Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 45-50 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand for 10-15 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 753mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SPINACH LASAGNA III
Fresh spinach and plenty of ricotta, Romano and mozzarella make this a cheesy and hearty dish. This lasagna can also be made without the spinach.
Provided by Robbie Rice
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 1h50m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add lasagna noodles and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook mushrooms, onions, and garlic in olive oil until onions are tender. Drain excess liquid and cool. Boil spinach for 5 minutes. Drain, then squeeze out excess liquid. Chop spinach.
- Combine ricotta cheese, Romano cheese, spinach, salt, oregano, basil, pepper, and egg in a bowl. Add cooled mushroom mixture. Beat with an electric mixer on low speed for 1 minute. Lay 5 lasagna noodles in bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Spread one third of the cheese/spinach mixture over noodles. Sprinkle 1 cup mozzarella cheese and 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese on top. Spread 1 cup pasta sauce over cheese. Repeat layering 2 times.
- Cover dish with aluminum foil and bake in a preheated oven for 1 hour. Cool 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360 calories, Carbohydrate 41.2 g, Cholesterol 47.6 mg, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 875.4 mg, Sugar 8.1 g
FRESH VEGETABLE LASAGNA WITH SPINACH AND ZUCCHINI
Provided by Nancy Fuller
Categories main-dish
Time 2h20m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil and cook the lasagna noodles for 10 to 12 minutes. Drain the noodles and drizzle them with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, and then set the noodles aside for later use. (If you are using no-boil noodles, skip this step.)
- Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet set over medium heat and cook the shallots until softened and translucent, 4 to 5 minutes. Add in the garlic and zucchini, and cook for 1 minute. Stir in the spinach and cook until wilted, 2 to 4 minutes.
- In a large bowl, stir to combine the ricotta, Parmesan, salt, pepper and egg, and set aside for a later use.
- To assemble the lasagna, spoon 1/2 cup of the Chunky Marinara Sauce into the bottom of a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Top with 5 noodles, slightly overlapping. Spread one-third of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, then add one-third of the cooked zucchini and spinach, evenly distributing over the ricotta. Top with 2 cups of the mozzarella, then top with 1 cup of the sauce. Repeat the layering two more times, ending with a layer of noodles and a sprinkle of mozzarella.
- Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes.
- Remove the foil and continue to bake until bubbling and cooked through, 10 to 20 minutes more. Cool for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
- Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan set over medium heat and add the carrots, celery and onions, and cook until soft and translucent, stirring occasionally, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute, then stir in the oregano, chile flakes, tomato puree, chopped tomatoes and their juices, basil leaves and some salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce has thickened, about 30 minutes.
SPINACH LASAGNA I
If you like spinach, you'll like this one. Enjoy!
Provided by Karen
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Cook the noodles according to package directions. Drain. Saute the onion and garlic in the olive oil, adding water as needed to keep from sticking.
- Combine the ricotta, tofu, Parmesan cheese, spinach, egg whites, black pepper, parsley, and sauteed onion and garlic. Mix well.
- Spray a 9 x 13 inch casserole dish with cooking spray. Arrange a layer of cooked noodles on the bottom. Top with 1/3 each of the ricotta mixture, the mozzarella and the tomato sauce. Repeat layers twice more, ending with tomato sauce. Cover with foil.
- Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake 10 to 15 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 421.5 calories, Carbohydrate 38.9 g, Cholesterol 37.8 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 32.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 1313.2 mg, Sugar 9.6 g
SPINACH VEGETABLE LASAGNA
Make and share this Spinach Vegetable Lasagna recipe from Food.com.
Provided by dietcenter
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h45m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Sauce: mix all the ingredients (except for noodles ) And 2/3 cup mozzarella in a large bowl.
- Lightly spray a 9x13 inch pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- Pour a thin layer of sauce on the bottom of the baking dish. Add ½ of the noodles, ½ of the remaining sauce, And repeat until all the noodles and sauce is used up.
- Top with the remaining mozzarella.
- Refrigerate overnight.
- Before baking, pour 1 ½ cups cold water around the edges of the pan, but not in the center.
- Bake lightly covered, at 350 degrees for 1 hour, 15 minutes.
- Let stand for 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 292.9, Fat 1.7, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 11.4, Sodium 410.8, Carbohydrate 39.2, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 2.1, Protein 32.6
Tips:
- Prep the Vegetables: Before starting, wash and chop all the vegetables needed for the lasagna. This includes spinach, mushrooms, zucchini, onions, and garlic.
- Cook the Vegetables: Sauté the vegetables in olive oil until they are tender and flavorful. This step brings out their natural flavors and enhances the overall taste of the lasagna.
- Make the Bechamel Sauce: Prepare the creamy béchamel sauce by melting butter, whisking in flour, and gradually adding milk while stirring continuously. Season it with salt, pepper, and nutmeg for a rich and flavorful sauce.
- Assemble the Lasagna: Layer the lasagna sheets, vegetable filling, béchamel sauce, and shredded mozzarella cheese in a baking dish. Repeat these layers until you reach the top of the dish, ending with a layer of cheese.
- Bake the Lasagna: Preheat the oven and bake the lasagna until it's golden brown and bubbly. The baking time may vary depending on your oven, so keep an eye on it to ensure it doesn't overcook.
- Let It Rest: After baking, allow the lasagna to rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving. This helps the lasagna set properly and makes it easier to cut into clean pieces.
Conclusion:
The spinach vegetable lasagna is a delicious and nutritious meal that combines the goodness of fresh vegetables with the creamy richness of béchamel sauce and melted mozzarella cheese. By following the tips and steps outlined in this recipe, you can easily create a flavorful and satisfying lasagna that's perfect for a hearty lunch or dinner. Enjoy this delightful dish with your loved ones and savor the taste of homemade goodness.
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