Bubbie's Matza Lasagna for Passover

Celebrate Passover with a comforting twist on tradition by making Bubbie's Matza Lasagna! This creative, kosher-for-Passover recipe layers softened matza sheets with a rich ricotta and Parmesan mixture, tender sautéed zucchini, fresh baby spinach, and a vibrant marinara sauce, all topped with melty mozzarella cheese. Perfectly seasoned with garlic and basil, this hearty dish delivers all the satisfaction of classic lasagna without any chametz. Ready in just over an hour, it’s an ideal main course for festive family dinners or holiday gatherings. Serve warm with a crisp salad for a meal that’s as memorable as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 sheets Matza sheets
• 2 cups Ricotta cheese
• 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 large Eggs
• 4 cups Marinara sauce
• 2 cups Baby spinach
• 1 medium Zucchini, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 0.25 cups Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of ground black pepper. Mix until smooth and set aside.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the zucchini slices and a pinch of salt. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender. Remove from heat.

Step 4

If the matza sheets are stiff, briefly run them under cold water or dip them in a shallow dish filled with water to soften. Do not oversoak.

Step 5

Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 6

Place two softened matza sheets over the marinara sauce to create the first layer. You may need to break the sheets to fit the pan.

Step 7

Spread one-third of the ricotta mixture over the matza layer. Top with a generous handful of baby spinach, a few slices of sautéed zucchini, and 1 cup of marinara sauce. Sprinkle with a handful of shredded mozzarella cheese.

Step 8

Repeat the layering process two more times: matza, ricotta mixture, spinach, zucchini, marinara sauce, and shredded mozzarella.

Step 9

For the final layer, top with matza sheets, spread the remaining marinara sauce over the top, and sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella cheese. Optionally, dust with garlic powder for added flavor.

Step 10

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese on top is golden and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove the lasagna from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2339.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2908.0

Total Fat 154.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 76.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 874.2mg	0%
Sodium 6528.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 214.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.4g	0%
Total Sugars 25.5g
Protein 173.4g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 4421.9mg	0%
Iron 13.3mg	0%
Potassium 1452.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.3%

Protein: 23.6%

Carbs: 29.2%