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Mediterranean Lasagna

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🍝 Easy Mediterranean Lasagna offers a fresh twist on classic lasagna with bold flavors from ground lamb and vibrant vegetables.
πŸ₯’ This recipe incorporates healthy ingredients like zucchini and spinach, making it a lighter, nutritious meal that doesn’t sacrifice taste.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 to 10 roll-ups

Ingredients

– 1 pound lasagna noodles

– 1 pound ground lamb

– 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)

– 1 large zucchini sliced into thin planks

– ΒΌ cup minced red bell peppers

– ΒΌ cup minced sweet onion

– 2 cloves minced garlic

– 1 teaspoon salt (plus an additional Β½ teaspoon for the cheese mixture)

– 1 teaspoon black pepper

– 1 teaspoon dried oregano

– 1 pound ricotta cheese

– 1 egg

– 1 cup packed chopped fresh spinach

– Β½ cup crumbled feta cheese

– 3 cups marinara pasta sauce (divided)

– Β½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

– chopped basil for garnishes

– Parmesan cheese for garnishes

– Gluten-free sheets or extra zucchini

– Plant-based alternatives for vegan

– Plant-based crumbles for vegan

Instructions

1-Step 1: Prep the Noodles Boil 1 pound of lasagna noodles in salted water for 6 minutes until they’re just tender, then drain and coat them with 1 tablespoon of olive oil to prevent sticking. This keeps them from getting mushy later, ensuring a nice texture in your roll-ups.

2-Step 2: Cook the Lamb Mixture In a skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the 1 pound of ground lamb along with ΒΌ cup minced sweet onion, ΒΌ cup minced red bell peppers, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon dried oregano. Stir in 2 cups of marinara sauce and simmer for 15 minutes until the flavors meld together.

3-Step 3: Make the Cheese Mixture In a bowl, mix 1 pound ricotta cheese, 1 egg, 1 cup packed chopped fresh spinach, Β½ cup crumbled feta cheese, and the additional Β½ teaspoon of salt. This creamy blend adds a fresh, cheesy layer that balances the hearty lamb.

4-Step 4: Prepare the Zucchini Slice 1 large zucchini into thin planks and dry them well this helps reduce moisture and lets you use them as a layering veggie or even a noodle substitute for a lower-carb option.

5-Step 5: Assemble and Bake Spread a layer of the remaining marinara sauce in a baking dish. Lay out a noodle, top with zucchini slices, the cheese-spinach mixture, and the lamb sauce, then roll it up and place it seam side down. Repeat for all noodles, cover with the rest of the sauce and Β½ cup shredded mozzarella, and bake at 350Β°F for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden. When it’s done, let it rest a bit for easier slicing it’s worth the wait for that perfect bite.

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Notes

πŸ₯’ Use zucchini slices as a low-carb alternative to noodles for a lighter dish.
πŸ– Choose fresh ground lamb for the best flavor and omega-3 benefits.
πŸ§€ Allow cheese mixture to come to room temperature for easier spreading and better texture.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking and stovetop cooking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll-up