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Easy Spinach Lasagna Roll Ups filled with ricotta and covered in marinara sauce.

Spinach Lasagna Roll-Ups

A cozy, cheesy dish perfect for a comforting dinner without the hassle of traditional lasagna.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Vegetarian
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Sauce
  • 9 pieces Lasagna noodles Regular lasagna noodles work best.
  • 2 cups Marinara sauce Jarred sauce is fine.
Filling
  • 15 ounces Frozen chopped spinach Squeeze out excess water before use.
  • 15 ounces Ricotta cheese Full fat for best flavor.
  • 1.5 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese Shred your own if possible.
  • 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese Grated for topping.
  • 1 large Egg Helps filling hold together.
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning For flavor.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Essential for seasoning the filling.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly oil a baking dish or spray with cooking spray.
  2. Cook lasagna noodles in salted water until just tender. Drain and lay them flat on a baking sheet to prevent sticking.
  3. In a bowl, combine ricotta, squeezed dry spinach, half of the mozzarella, parmesan, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly combined.
  4. Spread a layer of marinara sauce in the bottom of the baking dish.
Assembly
  1. Spread a couple spoonfuls of filling along each noodle, then roll it up from one end to the other, placing seam side down in the dish.
  2. Spoon more marinara over the rolls and sprinkle the remaining mozzarella on top.
Baking
  1. Cover with foil and bake for about 25 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly.
  2. Let the roll-ups rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow for easier serving.

Notes

For the best results, dry the spinach thoroughly. You can add ground turkey or sausage for additional protein or extra vegetables like mushrooms or red peppers for variations. Leftovers reheat well and can be frozen for future meals.