A rich, creamy vegetarian lasagna layered with smooth ricotta, tender spinach, and flavorful tomato sauce, topped with golden melted mozzarella. Perfect for a comforting family dinner or a healthy meat-free meal.
⏱ Prep & Cook Time
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Bake Time: 35 minutes
- Rest Time: 10 minutes
🍽 Servings
Serves 6
🧀 Ingredients
- 10–12 lasagna noodles
- 700 g (24 oz) tomato sauce
- 400 g (14 oz) ricotta cheese
- 300 g (10 oz) spinach (fresh or frozen)
- 200 g (7 oz) shredded mozzarella
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- Pinch of paprika or chili flakes (optional)
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Sauce
- Heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Sauté the onion for 3–4 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Stir in tomato sauce, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Simmer for 10 minutes to develop flavor.
2️⃣ Prepare the Spinach
- Fresh spinach: sauté for 2–3 minutes, then drain.
- Frozen spinach: thaw completely and squeeze out excess water.
Mix spinach with ricotta cheese and season to taste.
3️⃣ Assemble the Lasagna
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce on the bottom of a baking dish (approx. 9×13 inch).
- Add a layer of lasagna noodles.
- Spread ricotta-spinach mixture, then add sauce.
- Repeat layers until ingredients are used.
- Finish with noodles, remaining sauce, and mozzarella on top.
4️⃣ Bake
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
⭐ Tips for Success
✔ Cover with foil for the first 20 minutes, then uncover to brown the top.
✔ Frozen chopped spinach saves time — just squeeze well.
✔ Letting the lasagna rest helps achieve clean slices.
🔄 Ingredient Substitutions
- Substitute ricotta with cottage cheese or cream cheese for a similar creamy texture.
- Add mushrooms or zucchini for extra vegetables.
