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Pesto Lasagna Rolls with Spinach and Cottage Cheese

Dreamy Pesto Lasagna Rolls with Spinach and Cottage Cheese

This Pesto Lasagna Rolls with Spinach and Cottage Cheese recipe is a quick and easy vegetarian dinner option packed with flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 rolls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Rolls
  • 12 oz Lasagna Noodles Cook until slightly under al dente for easier rolling.
  • 15 oz Cottage Cheese Adds creaminess and protein; ricotta is a great alternative for richer flavor.
  • 8 oz Mozzarella Cheese Provides a melty texture; consider part-skim for a lighter option.
  • 8 oz Spinach Offers nutrition and color; substitutes like kale or Swiss chard work well too.
  • 1 cup Pesto Sauce Infuses the rolls with intense flavor; homemade is ideal but fresh store-bought pesto is convenient.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • mixing bowl
  • baking dish
  • Kitchen Towel

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. Add your lasagna noodles and cook them until they are slightly under al dente, about 5-7 minutes. Drain the noodles and spread them out on a clean kitchen towel to cool slightly.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl or skillet, add your fresh spinach. Heat it for about 2 minutes in the microwave until wilted or sauté over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes. Once done, set it aside to cool.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled wilted spinach with cottage cheese and a few tablespoons of pesto. Mix until well blended to create a delicious filling.
  4. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Take each noodle and spread a thin layer of pesto over it, followed by a spoonful of the spinach and cottage cheese mixture, and sprinkle mozzarella on top. Roll the noodle from one end to the other and place each roll seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
  5. Cover the assembled rolls with foil and bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the edges are slightly golden. Let them cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze unbaked rolls for up to 2 months. Reheat in the microwave or oven until heated through.

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