This recipe for Vegetarian Ricotta Spinach Lasagne is a real treat for the taste buds. The layers of pasta, melting spinach and creamy ricotta combine perfectly with the flavours of the tomato sauce. This recipe is balanced and rich in flavour, perfect for lunch or dinner, and ideal for bringing friends and family together. It’s a tasty, hearty and healthy dish that will have vegetarian food lovers begging for more.
Vegetarian lasagne like a chef
Ingredients:
- 12 lasagne sheets
- 500g fresh or frozen spinach
- 500g ricotta cheese
- 2 onions, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, chopped
- 500ml tomato coulis
- 250ml milk
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation :
- Preheat the oven to 180°C.
- In a large frying pan, sauté the onions and garlic in a little olive oil until soft. Add the spinach and cook until just melted. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix the ricotta, milk, some of the grated Parmesan and season with salt and pepper.
- In a gratin dish, spread a thin layer of tomato coulis over the base. Arrange a layer of lasagne sheets, then a layer of spinach, a layer of ricotta, and repeat this operation, finishing with a layer of tomato coulis. Sprinkle the remaining grated Parmesan over the top.
- Cover the dish with aluminium foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and grill for a further 10 minutes, until the top is golden brown and crispy.
- Leave to stand for a few minutes before serving.
This vegetarian lasagne recipe is tasty and rich in flavour, the spinach and ricotta combined with the layers of pasta and tomato sauces create a complete and tasty dish. This recipe is also easy to adapt by using other vegetables such as courgettes or mushrooms to vary the flavour. You can also replace the ricotta with bruschetta or feta cheese for a different taste.
Nutritional details
Spinach: Spinach is rich in vitamins A and K, iron and antioxidants. It is also low in calories and fat.
Ricotta: Ricotta is a source of protein, calcium and B vitamins. It is generally lower in fat and calories than other types of cheese.
Tomato coulis : Tomatoes are a good source of vitamin C and lycopene.
Pasta: Pasta is a good source of complex carbohydrates, but can be high in calories and carbohydrates if eaten in large quantities.
Parmesan: Parmesan is rich in protein, calcium and phosphorus. It is also rich in sodium.
This recipe is usually a balanced meal option, rich in protein, fibre and nutrients thanks to the use of green vegetables, ricotta and tomato coulis.
More information about lasagne
Lasagne originated in Italy, more specifically in the Naples region. It’s a traditional Italian dish, consisting of layers of fresh or dried pasta, tomato sauce, cheese and meat or vegetables.
Lasagne was originally considered a festive dish, often served at weddings and large receptions. Lasagne has evolved over the centuries, and there are now many regional and family variations of the recipe in Italy. Lasagne has also been adopted in many other countries, where it has often been adapted to suit local ingredients and tastes.
