Indulge in a hearty and flavorful meal with this easy vegetarian spinach lasagna recipe. Layers of creamy ricotta cheese, tender spinach, and gooey mozzarella cheese are sandwiched between lasagna noodles and topped with a rich marinara sauce. This dish is perfect for vegetarians and will satisfy even the biggest meat lover. It's a crowd-pleasing recipe that is simple to make and bursting with delicious flavors. Serve it as a main course alongside a salad or as a side dish at your next gathering.
Ingredients
- 9 lasagna noodles
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups marinara sauce
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, spinach, egg, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Place three lasagna noodles on top of the sauce. Spread half of the ricotta mixture evenly over the noodles.
- Repeat the layering process with marinara sauce, lasagna noodles, and the remaining ricotta mixture.
- Top the lasagna with the remaining marinara sauce and sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the lasagna cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
