Spinach and Goat Cheese Lasagna Rolls
These spinach and goat cheese lasagna rolls feature creamy, tangy filling wrapped in tender pasta and baked in a rich tomato sauce. A fresh take on classic lasagna.
Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 35 minutes mins
Total Time 55 minutes mins
Course Dinner, Pasta
Cuisine Italian-Inspired
Large pot To cook lasagna noodles
Large Skillet To sauté spinach and aromatics
Baking Dish To bake the assembled rolls
12 ounces lasagna noodles cooked until pliable 10 ounces fresh spinach washed and chopped 4 ounces goat cheese softened 15 ounces ricotta cheese 1 cup shredded mozzarella divided ½ cup grated Parmesan 1 egg beaten 1 small onion finely chopped 2 cloves garlic minced 3 cups marinara sauce 2 tablespoons olive oil salt and pepper to taste ¼ cup fresh basil or parsley chopped, for garnish
Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions until just tender. Drain and lay flat on a clean kitchen towel.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until soft and fragrant.
Add chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted. Drain any excess moisture and let cool slightly.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked spinach mixture, softened goat cheese, ricotta, beaten egg, Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
Spread about ⅓ cup of the filling evenly over each lasagna noodle. Roll each noodle tightly.
Spread half of the marinara sauce in a baking dish. Arrange the rolls seam side down in the dish. Pour remaining sauce over the rolls.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the top. Cover the dish with foil and bake at 375°F for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake uncovered for another 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Let the dish rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.
Make sure to squeeze out excess water from spinach to avoid soggy filling.
Use fresh goat cheese for best texture and flavor.
Leftovers reheat well in the oven covered with foil.
Keyword goat cheese pasta, spinach lasagna rolls, vegetarian lasagna