Description
These Butternut Squash Lasagna Roll-Ups are a delicious twist on traditional lasagna, featuring creamy roasted butternut squash as a filling inside lasagna noodles. This dish is a perfect vegetarian alternative for fall, with rich flavors and a creamy texture!
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 lasagna noodles (cooked according to package instructions)
- 2 cups roasted butternut squash (pureed)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg (beaten)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup spinach (fresh or frozen, thawed and drained)
- 2 cups marinara sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix the roasted butternut squash puree, ricotta cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, garlic, thyme, nutmeg, spinach, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce in the bottom of a baking dish.
- Lay each lasagna noodle flat and spoon a generous amount of the butternut squash mixture onto each noodle. Roll up the noodles tightly.
- Place each rolled-up noodle seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the top of the lasagna rolls.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and slightly browned on top.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding fresh herbs like sage or basil to the filling.
- If you want a dairy-free version, swap out the cheeses for plant-based alternatives.
- You can prepare the roll-ups ahead of time and refrigerate before baking for a convenient make-ahead meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll-up
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg