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Southwestern Black Bean Casserole

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  • Author: Sarra
  • Category: Dinner, Main Course
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Skinny Lasagna Rolls are a lighter twist on the classic comfort food. Filled with creamy ricotta, nutrient-rich spinach, and topped with melty mozzarella and savory marinara, they’re portion-controlled, delicious, and perfect for a healthy family dinner or meal prep.


Ingredients

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  • 9 lasagna noodles
  • 1 (10 oz) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well-drained
  • 1 (15 oz) container part-skim ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 32 oz marinara sauce
  • 9 tablespoons part-skim shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

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  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions. Lay them flat to cool.
  • In a bowl, mix spinach, ricotta, Parmesan, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  • Spread 1 cup marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  • Spread about ⅓ cup of filling on each noodle, roll them up, and place seam-side down in the dish.
  • Pour remaining sauce over the rolls and top each with 1 tbsp mozzarella.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes.
  • Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

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  • Be sure spinach is well-drained to avoid watery filling.
  • Add chopped mushrooms or lean ground turkey for variation.
  • Serve with a crisp green salad for a balanced meal.
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