Description
Pumpkin Spinach Lasagna is a delightful autumn dish that combines layers of creamy ricotta, earthy spinach, and sweet pumpkin for a comforting meal. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this lasagna is visually stunning and bursting with flavor. Each bite delivers a satisfying mix of textures and aromas, making it an unforgettable addition to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 lasagna noodles (no-boil preferred)
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 15 oz whole milk ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in fresh spinach until wilted; season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix together ricotta cheese, nutmeg, salt, pepper, and half the parmesan until creamy.
- Layer the ingredients in the baking dish: start with pumpkin puree, followed by lasagna noodles, spinach mixture, ricotta mixture, and more pumpkin puree. Repeat until all ingredients are used, finishing with noodles topped with mozzarella and remaining parmesan.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil in the last 10-15 minutes to achieve a golden brown top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 160g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg