Description
This Mushroom and Spinach Lasagna is a hearty and delicious vegetarian twist on a classic dish. With layers of tender lasagna noodles, a savory mushroom and spinach filling, creamy ricotta, melted mozzarella, and marinara sauce, it’s the perfect comfort food for any occasion. This easy-to-make lasagna is packed with flavor and will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Lasagna Noodles
- 9 lasagna noodles
Mushroom Filling
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound mushrooms (cremini or button), sliced
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves, chopped
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Cook Lasagna Noodles: Boil salted water, cook noodles to al dente, drain, and set aside.
Prepare Mushroom Filling: Heat olive oil in a skillet. Sauté onion for 3–4 minutes, then garlic for 1 minute. Add mushrooms, thyme, salt, and pepper. Sauté until tender. Add spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat.
Assemble Lasagna: Spread a layer of marinara sauce on the baking dish. Add 3 noodles, then half the ricotta, half the mushroom mixture, and a third of mozzarella and Parmesan. Repeat layers, finishing with marinara sauce and remaining cheeses.
Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake for 10–15 more minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Serve: Let cool, garnish with basil, and serve warm.
Notes
- Variations: Add veggies like zucchini, bell peppers, or eggplant. For a vegan version, use plant-based cheese.
- Storage/Reheating: Leftovers can be stored for up to 3-4 days in the fridge. Reheat in the microwave or oven at 350°F.
- Freezing: Freeze unbaked lasagna for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen or thaw overnight before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg