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Mushroom Kale Lasagna

Mouthwatering Mushroom Kale Lasagna for Cozy Comfort Nights

Enjoy this Mushroom Kale Lasagna, a comforting vegetarian dish perfect for cozy nights with loved ones.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinara Sauce
  • Marinara Sauce Adds moisture and flavor; homemade is preferred.
For the Sautéed Filling
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Used for sautéing vegetables.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Enhances sautéing.
  • 4 cups Kale Curly or Lacinato (Tuscan) recommended.
  • 8 ounces Sliced Mushrooms Cremini or shiitake are great choices.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic is ideal.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Imparts earthiness.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Imparts earthiness.
  • to taste Salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • to taste Pepper Enhances overall flavor.
For the Lasagna Layers
  • 9 noodles Lasagna Noodles No-boil noodles can be used, but cooked is preferred.
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese Can be substituted with cottage cheese.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Fresh grated is best.
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Low-moisture mozzarella recommended.

Equipment

  • 8x8 baking dish
  • large skillet
  • nonstick cooking spray

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare an 8x8 baking dish with nonstick spray.
  2. Melt butter and olive oil in a skillet; sauté garlic, kale, and mushrooms for 5–6 minutes.
  3. Spread half of the marinara sauce across the bottom of the baking dish.
  4. Tear lasagna noodles and layer them over the sauce without large gaps.
  5. Dollop and spread half of the ricotta cheese, followed by half of the parmesan, sautéed mixture, and half of the mozzarella.
  6. Repeat the layering process with the remaining ingredients.
  7. Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the top layer and sprinkle with parmesan.
  8. Bake uncovered for about 30 minutes until cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
  9. Let it cool for about 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 18gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Customize ingredients to your taste; optional additions include roasted peppers or substitutions for the greens.

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