This vegetable lasagna is a delicious option for Meatless Monday. The broccoli and spinach complement each other perfectly. This green version is a delightful change from traditional vegetable lasagna, but feel free to add in other vegetables such as shredded carrots or red pepper for color if you desire.
NOTE: Broccoli should be cooked just tender-crisp. Spinach should be sautรฉed just until wilted. It will continue to cook in the oven.
- Prep Time : 1 hour
- Cook Ttime : 25 minutes
- Servings: 4
Itโs time to make this delicious Spinach and Broccoli Lasagnaโฆ
Spinach lasagna is a tasty way to get your family to eat this nutritious veggie.
Spinach and Broccoli Lasagna
Spinach and broccoli stud alternating layers of creamy bechamel sauce and cheese spread for a family dinner that will satisfy cravings while sneaking in the nutrients!
What you'll need...
What you'll need to do...
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Preheat oven to 400ยฐF.
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Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Sprinkle with flour and whisk into butter until smooth. Continue stirring and cook 5-7 minutes or until roux turns a light golden color.
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Increase heat to medium-high and slowly whisk in milk until thickened and combined.ย Gently simmer over medium-low heat 10-20 minutes until raw flour taste has disappeared and a smooth sauce results at desired thickness.
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Season with salt, pepper and nutmeg.
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In a very large skillet, heat olive oil.
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Add spinach and continue to toss and stir until wilted. Do not over cook.ย Remove from heat and set aside.
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Meanwhile, bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add broccoli and cook 2-3 minutes until just tender-crisp. Do not over cook. Drain broccoli in colander and add to a large mixing bowl.ย
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Chop broccoli into rustic chunks. add spinach and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Add a light layer of bechamel sauce to the bottom of a 9X13"casserole dish.
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Next add a layer of the spinach-broccoli mixture, followed by 3 lasagna noodles.
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Top the noodles with a layer of bechamel sauce, spinach-broccoli mixture, ricotta and mozzarella.
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Add 3 more noodles and repeat the layers as before finishing with mozzarella.
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Bake uncovered 20 minutes. Serve with a fresh green salad and freshly grated parmesan cheese. Enjoy!