Lasagna Roll-Ups Recipe
Description: Lasagna roll-ups are a fantastic side or meatless main dish for an Italian meal, perfect for presentation and great for when you’re hosting company for dinner, especially during the holidays!
Keywords: Quick and easy, Less than 4 hours, Italian cuisine, Vegetarian
Servings: Not specified
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Tomatoes |
| 2 | Handfuls of Spinach |
| 2 | Cups of Low-fat Ricotta Cheese |
| 2 | Cups of Mozzarella Cheese |
| 1 | Cup of Parmesan Cheese |
| 1/2 | Cup of Chives |
| 2 cloves | Garlic |
| 1 | Tablespoon of Olive Oil |
| 1 | Box of Lasagna Noodles |
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 409.2
- Fat: 10.1g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Cholesterol: 22.1mg
- Sodium: 259.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 60.7g
- Fiber: 3.4g
- Sugar: 3.3g
- Protein: 18.2g
Directions:
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Boil and Rinse Lasagna: Begin by boiling the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, rinse them under cold water to prevent them from sticking together.
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Prepare Cheese Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the low-fat ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, finely chopped garlic cloves, chopped chives, and 1/4 cup of grated parmesan cheese. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
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Prepare Vegetables: Chop the tomatoes into small pieces and drain the spinach to remove excess moisture.
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Assemble Roll-Ups: Lay one lasagna noodle flat on a clean surface. Spread a thin layer of the cheese mixture evenly down the center of the noodle, ensuring not to make it too thick. Then, alternate layers of chopped tomatoes and drained spinach along the length of the noodle.
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Sprinkle with Parmesan: Once the fillings are added, sprinkle the top with additional parmesan cheese for added flavor.
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Roll the Noodle: Carefully roll the lasagna noodle starting from one end to the other, enclosing the filling tightly inside.
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Optional Garnishes: For additional flavor, brush the outside of the roll-up with olive oil and sprinkle with extra minced garlic.
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Repeat and Arrange: Repeat the process with the remaining lasagna noodles until all are filled and rolled up. Arrange the roll-ups in a baking dish, seam side down, ensuring they are placed snugly next to each other to prevent them from unraveling during baking.
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Bake: Preheat your oven to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC). Bake the assembled roll-ups for about 30-40 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges are slightly golden brown.
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Serve: Once baked, remove the lasagna roll-ups from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving. Optionally, serve with marinara sauce on the side for dipping or drizzling over the top.
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Enjoy: Serve these delicious lasagna roll-ups as a side dish or a meatless main course alongside a crisp green salad or garlic bread for a complete Italian-inspired meal that’s sure to impress your guests! ๐ฝ๏ธ๐ฎ๐น
