These Skinny Spinach Lasagna Rolls are a great way to incorporate more veggies and protein into your meal without anyone noticing! It is the perfect answer to a healthier alternative to traditional lasagna.
Imagine transforming your family’s favorite pasta dish into a nutritious powerhouse without them suspecting a thing. In this blog post, I will reveal clever tactics for sneaking veggies into your go-to comfort food, from selecting the perfect veggies to mastering the art of layering lasagna rolls. By following these simple strategies, you can create a healthier version of your family’s beloved pasta dish that will have them asking for seconds! Get ready to revolutionize mealtime with these sneaky veggie secrets.
Choosing the Right Veggies
When choosing the right veggies to sneak into your family’s favorite pasta dish, it’s essential to consider taste and texture. Opt for vegetables that blend seamlessly with the dish, whether finely chopping mushrooms to mimic ground meat or grating zucchini to add moisture to a tomato sauce. You can ensure a successful veggie sneak attack by selecting veggies that complement the dish’s flavors and won’t be immediately noticeable. In this recipe, I added the following veggies to the pasta sauce:
- Zucchini
- Mushrooms
- Squash
- Onions
- Carrots
Preparing Your Veggie Blend
An easy way to prepare your veggie blend is to sauté them in a pan with olive oil and garlic until they are soft and fragrant. This will help enhance the vegetables’ flavors and ensure that they meld well with the other ingredients in your pasta dish. Once your veggies are cooked to perfection, you can incorporate them into your favorite pasta sauce or mix them directly into the noodles for an extra boost of nutrition.
By preparing your veggies properly, you can elevate your dish’s overall taste and texture while sneaking in some extra nutrients for your family. Now, let’s move on to layering your Skinny Spinach Lasagna Rolls for a delicious and wholesome meal.
Layering Your Spinach Lasagna Rolls
Consider layering your Skinny Spinach Lasagna Rolls with your veggie blend to create a satisfying and nutritious meal. Start by spreading a generous amount of your favorite pasta sauce on the bottom of your baking dish. Then, carefully fill each lasagna noodle with a simple ricotta cheese filling and a sprinkle of cheese before rolling them up and placing them seam-side down in the dish. Incorporating your veggie blend into each layer of the lasagna rolls ensures that every bite has flavor and vitamins.
Now, let’s begin baking the rolls to perfection for a delicious and wholesome meal.
Baking to Perfection
Once your lasagna rolls are assembled and ready, it’s time to bake them to perfection. Preheat your oven to the specified temperature, typically around 375°F to 400°F, and cover the dish with aluminum foil to lock in moisture and heat. This will help the lasagna rolls cook evenly and prevent the edges from drying or burning.
Bake the rolls for the suggested time, usually around 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the edges are golden brown. To ensure that the veggies are cooked, poke a fork into the center of a roll to check for tenderness. Once done, remove the foil and let the lasagna rolls rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Now that your lasagna rolls are baked to perfection, it’s time to continue serving and enjoying this delicious veggie-packed dish with your family.
Serving and Enjoying
Now that your veggie-packed pasta dish is ready to be enjoyed, it’s time to serve it to your family. Carefully dish out the lasagna rolls onto plates, distributing them evenly among everyone. You can sprinkle some freshly grated Parmesan cheese or chopped parsley on top for an extra flavor. Also, serve with a delicious house salad or favorite cooked veggies.
As you all sit down at the table together, take a moment to appreciate the effort you put into making this nutritious meal for your loved ones. Encourage everyone to savor each bite and notice how the veggie flavors enhance the dish’s overall taste. Engage in some light-hearted conversation and enjoy the bonding time with your family over a delicious and satisfying meal.
Remember, sneaking veggies into your family’s favorite pasta dish doesn’t have to be a chore. With creativity and simple techniques, you can easily incorporate more vegetables into your meals without sacrificing taste or appeal. So, sit back, relax, and relish sharing a wholesome and flavorful meal with those you care about. This great weeknight meal will get your kids to eat more veggies too!
Commonly Asked Questions and Answers
Absolutely! You can assemble the lasagna rolls up to a day in advance and store them in the refrigerator until you’re ready to bake. Just be sure to cover the baking dish tightly with foil before refrigerating. When you’re ready to bake, simply follow the baking instructions as directed, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time if needed.
Yes, these lasagna rolls freeze beautifully! Once baked, allow them to cool completely, then wrap them individually in plastic wrap and aluminum foil before placing them in a freezer-safe bag or container. They can be frozen for up to 3 months. To reheat, simply thaw them overnight in the refrigerator and then bake in a preheated oven until heated.
Absolutely! These lasagna rolls are already vegetarian-friendly, but if you want to make them vegan, you can easily swap out the dairy cheese for your favorite plant-based cheese alternative and use a vegan-friendly marinara sauce.
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- Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole
- Homemade Spaghetti Meat Sauce Recipe
- Italian Sausage and Peppers with Rigatoni
- 30 Minute Skillet Ziti
Skinny Spinach Lasagna Rolls
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6-8 1x
Description
Indulge guilt-free with Skinny Spinach Lasagna Rolls! Packed with wholesome ingredients and bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground turkey
- 1 lb. ground turkey sausage
- 8 oz. white mushrooms, diced
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 lb. Traditional Pasta Sauce
- 1 zucchini, finely chopped
- 1 yellow squash finely chopped
- 1/2 c. shredded carrots, finely chopped
- 1 tsp. salt
- 2 tsp. pepper
- 1 tbsp. Italian Seasoning
- 1/2 tbsp. Parsley flakes
- 2 tsp. Red Crushed Pepper Flakes
- 2 tsp. onion powder
- 2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/4 c. Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 1 Box Whole Wheat Lasagna, cooked al dente
- 1 lb. Skim-Milk Ricotta Cheese
- 1/4 c. Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. pepper
- 12 oz. Frozen Chopped Spinach, thawed and drained
- 12 oz. Fresh Mozzarella, shredded
- Garnish: Fresh basil or parsely, chopped
Instructions
- Once the lasagna noodles are cooked, drain the water and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water. Return the noodles back to the pot and pour the reserve water inside the pot. Set aside.
- In a large saute pan on medium-high heat, begin to cook the ground turkey and ground turkey sausage, 7-10 minutes. Once the meat has cooked, add the chopped mushrooms and onions and cook for another 5 minutes. Lastly, add the garlic, stir, and allow to cook for another minute.
- Pour in the pasta sauce and stir. Reduce heat to low to medium heat. Using a food chopper or some sort of chopper device, finely chop the zucchini, squash, and carrots. Add the veggies to the pasta sauce and stir. Season the sauce by adding the salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, parsley, red crushed pepper flakes, onion, and garlic powder. Finally added the Parmesan cheese.
- Preheat oven to 350 Degrees
- In a medium bowl, add the ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Turn the spinach to a drainer and squeeze the excess moisture out of the spinach. Pour the spinach into the bowl with the ricotta cheese. Stir using a spoon.
- Using a 9X13 rectangle casserole dish and spoon some about half of the pasta sauce onto the bottom of the dish. Take one lasagna noodle and place flat on a surface. Take about a tablespoon and a half of the ricotta cheese mixture and spread onto the lasagna noodle from end to end.
- Roll the lasagna noodles and place seam side down on top of the sauce. Repeat the process until all noodles are used. Spoon the remaining sauce on top and sprinkle with fresh mozzarella cheese and place inside oven for 20-25 minutes or until cheese is completely melted. Remove from oven and serve
- NOTE: If the sauce is too much for your liking you can freeze what you don’t use and save it for another meal.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
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