Description
This Spinach Ricotta Slow Cooker Lasagna is a rich, cheesy, and healthy twist on a classic favorite. Layered with creamy ricotta, tender spinach, flavorful marinara, and gooey cheese, this vegetarian lasagna is the perfect comfort food prepared with the ease of a slow cooker.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Lasagna:
- Ricotta Mixture:
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella (plus extra for topping)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For Assembly:
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- 9 no-boil lasagna noodles
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella for layering
Instructions
- Prepare Ricotta Mixture:
In a large bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, spinach, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined. - Assemble in Slow Cooker:
- Spread ½ cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Add a single layer of lasagna noodles, breaking them to fit as needed.
- Spread a layer of the ricotta mixture over the noodles.
- Top with marinara and a sprinkle of mozzarella.
- Repeat layers until ingredients are used, ending with marinara and mozzarella on top.
- Cook:
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the noodles are tender and cheese is melted. - Serve:
Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh spinach or frozen spinach (thawed and drained) depending on availability.
- For extra flavor, add sautéed mushrooms or zucchini to the layers.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-5 hours
Nutrition
- Calories: 300
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g