Easy Spinach Lasagne with Pesto and Cheese

Indulge in this Easy Spinach Lasagne with Pesto and Cheese, a comfort-food classic reimagined with vibrant flavors and creamy layers. Featuring tender lasagne sheets, sautéed garlic-infused spinach, and a rich blend of ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan cheeses, this recipe is elevated by a luscious pesto cream sauce that adds a fresh, herby twist. With just 20 minutes of prep, this dish layers up beautifully into a baked masterpiece that’s golden, bubbly, and irresistibly cheesy. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, it serves six hearty portions and pairs wonderfully with a crisp green salad or crusty bread. Whether you're feeding vegetarians or indulging your love for Italian-inspired fare, this spinach lasagne is a crowd-pleaser packed with flavor and ease.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 sheets Lasagne sheets
• 8 cups Fresh spinach
• 2 cups Ricotta cheese
• 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cups Grated parmesan cheese
• 1 cups Pesto sauce
• 0.5 cups Heavy cream
• 1 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the spinach to the skillet, cooking until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 1/4 cup of grated parmesan, and 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella. Stir until smooth and well combined.

Step 5

In a separate small bowl, mix the pesto sauce with heavy cream to create a creamy pesto sauce.

Step 6

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread a thin layer of the creamy pesto sauce evenly across the bottom of the dish.

Step 7

Place a layer of lasagne sheets over the pesto sauce, then spread a third of the ricotta mixture over the sheets.

Step 8

Add a layer of sautéed spinach, followed by a sprinkle of shredded mozzarella. Drizzle a little more creamy pesto sauce over the top.

Step 9

Repeat the layering process (lasagne sheets, ricotta mixture, spinach, mozzarella, and pesto) until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of lasagne sheets on top.

Step 10

Spread the remaining creamy pesto sauce over the top layer of lasagne sheets. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheese evenly over the top.

Step 11

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 12

Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown on top.

Step 13

Allow the lasagne to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2001.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5780.1

Total Fat 329.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 124.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 27.2g
Cholesterol 663.1mg	0%
Sodium 7882.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 483.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.8g	0%
Total Sugars 15.0g
Protein 228.3g	0%

Vitamin D 10.2IU	0%
Calcium 4964.6mg	0%
Iron 23.1mg	0%
Potassium 1944.0mg	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: 51.0%

Protein: 15.7%

Carbs: 33.3%