Description
These Shrimp and Spinach Stuffed Pasta Rolls are a delicious twist on traditional lasagna. Tender shrimp and vibrant spinach are rolled up in lasagna noodles, topped with marinara and cheese, then baked to perfection. A flavorful and satisfying dish that’s perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Lasagna Noodles:
8 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained,
Shrimp Mixture:
1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 pound shrimp (peeled, deveined, and chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 2 cups fresh spinach (chopped),
Cheese Filling:
1 cup ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 egg (beaten), 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional),
Additional:
1 1/2 cups marinara sauce, extra mozzarella and Parmesan for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook Shrimp Mixture: In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté garlic, add shrimp, cook until pink, then add spinach and cook until wilted.
- Prepare Cheese Filling: In a bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Add shrimp and spinach mixture.
- Assemble Rolls: Spread marinara in a baking dish, spoon filling onto noodles, roll up, and place in the dish.
- Bake: Top with marinara and cheese, bake covered, then uncovered until golden.
- Serve: Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a creamier version, try Alfredo or bechamel sauce instead of marinara.
- Pre-cooked shrimp can be used for quicker prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 rolls
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
