Spinach Ricotta Powerhouse Lasagna

Why this?
This Spinach Ricotta Powerhouse Lasagna is a balanced, protein-rich vegetarian meal that combines creamy ricotta and fresh spinach with flavorful pasta sauce and melted mozzarella. Perfect for a nutrient-dense dinner, it offers a satisfying texture and wholesome ingredients that fuel your fitness goals without compromising on taste.

Ingredients:

12 lasagna noodles

2 cups ricotta cheese

4 cups fresh spinach, chopped

2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded

3 cups pasta sauce

1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

Salt, to taste

Black pepper, to taste

Preparation Steps:

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat.
In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese with the cooked spinach mixture. Mix well.
Spread a thin layer of pasta sauce on the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish.
Place 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce layer.
Spread one-third of the ricotta and spinach mixture evenly over the noodles.
Top with one-third of the shredded mozzarella cheese and one cup of pasta sauce.
Repeat layers two more times, ending with mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese on top.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Allow the lasagna to cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Cooking Time: 50 minutes

Diet Types: Vegetarian

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12th of lasagna)

Servings: 12

Nutritional Facts Per Serving:

Calories: 320 kcal

Total Fats: 15 g

Sodium: 540 mg

Dietary Fiber: 3 g

Total Sugars: 6 g

Proteins: 22 g

Calcium: 350 mg