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Creamy Spinach Mushroom Lasagna

Creamy Spinach Mushroom Lasagna - Your New Comfort Food Crush

Enjoy a comforting Creamy Spinach Mushroom Lasagna with layers of tender noodles, fresh spinach, and earthy mushrooms enveloped in a velvety béchamel sauce.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Vegetable Filling
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with butter
  • 3 cups Spinach Can replace with other leafy greens
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms Any variety works
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, can use garlic powder if fresh unavailable
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Béchamel Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Can replace with vegan alternative
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour For gluten-free, use cornstarch or gluten-free flour
  • 2 cups Milk Warm for better integration
  • a pinch Nutmeg
For the Lasagna Assembly
  • 9 sheets Lasagna Noodles No-boil or pre-cooked
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Can swap for a tofu-based mixture
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Freshly grated preferred
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Replace with nutritional yeast for non-dairy

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Saucepan
  • 9x13 inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add 8 ounces of sliced mushrooms and sauté for about 5 minutes until they're golden brown and tender. Stir in 3 cups of fresh spinach and 2 minced garlic cloves, cooking until the spinach has wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
  2. In a saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour to create a roux, cooking for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden. Gradually whisk in 2 cups of warm milk, and bring to a simmer while stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until thickened, then add a pinch of nutmeg, salt, and pepper to enhance the flavor.
  3. If using traditional lasagna noodles, cook them according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and rinse under cool water. For no-boil noodles, you can skip this step as they will soften during baking.
  4. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of the béchamel sauce to coat the bottom. Place a layer of lasagna noodles over the sauce, followed by half of the sautéed mushroom and spinach filling. Dollop with one cup of ricotta cheese and sprinkle a mixture of mozzarella and parmesan cheese on top. Repeat the layers, finishing with the remaining béchamel and a generous sprinkle of mozzarella cheese.
  5. Cover the assembled lasagna with aluminum foil to prevent over-browning. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. After this time, carefully remove the foil and continue baking for another 15 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling beautifully.
  6. Once baked, remove the lasagna from the oven and allow it to rest for about 10 minutes. This resting period helps the layers set, making it easier to cut and serve. Slice into squares, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor; let the lasagna rest before slicing for cleaner cuts.

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