Description
These Mushroom and Spinach Lasagna Rolls are a comforting, vegetarian twist on traditional lasagna. Filled with creamy ricotta, savory mushrooms, and fresh spinach, then baked with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella. Perfect for a cozy dinner!
Ingredients
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For the Lasagna Rolls:
- 8–10 lasagna noodles, cooked al dente
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms (button, cremini, or a mix)
- 4 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
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Prepare the Lasagna Rolls:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.
- Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Drain, then lay them flat on a sheet of parchment paper or foil to prevent sticking.
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Prepare the Filling:
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 2-3 minutes, until softened.
- Add the garlic and mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, until the mushrooms are browned and tender.
- Stir in the chopped spinach and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
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Make the Ricotta Mixture:
- In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, egg, and the mushroom-spinach mixture. Stir until well combined and season with salt and pepper.
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Assemble the Lasagna Rolls:
- Spread about 2-3 tablespoons of the ricotta filling along each lasagna noodle. Roll up each noodle tightly and place the roll seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
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Bake:
- Pour marinara sauce over the lasagna rolls, covering them completely. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese on top.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly. For extra golden cheese, remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
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Serve:
- Let the lasagna rolls rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra Parmesan or fresh basil if desired.
Notes
- You can make the filling ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 1 day before assembling the rolls.
- For added flavor, add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes to the filling or marinara sauce.
- You can substitute ricotta with cottage cheese for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2-3 rolls
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg