Best 3 Tuscan Kale Lasagna Recipes

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Tuscan kale lasagna is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. This vegetarian lasagna is made with layers of fresh kale, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and lasagna noodles. It is then baked in a tomato sauce until it is bubbly and golden brown. The result is a delicious and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ROASTED VEGETABLE AND KALE LASAGNA



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A delicious layering of roasted vegetables and garlic-sauteed kale make this cheesy lasagna a healthier alternative to the classic Italian dish.

Provided by Melanie McClare

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 2h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 zucchini, thinly sliced
6 large mushrooms, thinly sliced
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon salt
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 cup water
1 bunch kale, torn into bite-sized pieces
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 (26 ounce) cans pasta sauce
1 (12 ounce) box no-boil lasagna noodles
9 cups grated mozzarella cheese
1 (8 ounce) package bocconcini cheese, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Toss red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, zucchini, mushrooms, and 4 tablespoons olive oil together in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer vegetables to the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
  • Roast in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes. Turn vegetables and roast 10 to 15 minutes more.
  • Meanwhile, bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Add torn kale and cook until just darkened in color, about 1 minute. Drain.
  • Heat remaining olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add drained kale and cook until wilted, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Remove bell peppers from the oven and adjust oven temperature to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Layer pasta sauce, lasagna noodles, roasted bell pepper mixture, and grated mozzarella cheese into a 9x13-inch baking pan. Add another layer of noodles, pasta sauce, kale, and sliced bocconcini cheese. Continue layers until ingredients are used up, being sure to place noodle layers and sauce next to each other to prevent dry noodles.
  • Bake lasagna in the hot oven until bubbling and noodles are soft, about 45 minutes. Let cool 20 to 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525 calories, Carbohydrate 36.5 g, Cholesterol 72.8 mg, Fat 28.7 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 30.2 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 1653 mg, Sugar 13.1 g

TUSCAN KALE LASAGNA



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This hearty lasagna is sure to warm you up on those cold winter nights. Whole milk ricotta and tangy chevre goat cheese, layered with kale and mushrooms. Delicious! If you like more sauce with your lasagna, top with leftover tomato sauce. Serve with a crisp green salad and fresh sourdough bread--yum!

Provided by Erin Marie

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h50m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 lasagna noodles
1 bunch lacinato kale, stemmed
1 ¾ cups whole milk ricotta cheese
½ cup soft goat cheese
1 egg
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
¼ cup finely chopped fresh basil, or more to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
15 cremini mushrooms, sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups tomato-basil sauce (such as Rao's Homemade®)
⅔ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
aluminum foil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Bring 2 large pots of water (one heavily salted, and one lightly salted) to a boil. Add lasagna noodles to the heavily salted water and parboil for 6 minutes. Remove noodles to an ice water bath to stop the cooking process; drain and set aside.
  • Add kale to the lightly salted water and cook for 2 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water. Dry thoroughly and rip into large, bite-sized pieces; set aside.
  • Mix ricotta cheese, goat cheese, and egg together in a bowl. Mix in 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, basil, salt, and pepper.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; stir in mushrooms and season with salt. Saute until softened, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and red pepper flakes and cook until mushrooms are tender, 3 minutes more. Remove from the heat.
  • Coat the bottom of a 9-inch square baking dish with 1/2 cup tomato sauce. Layer ingredients evenly as follows, pressing down firmly after adding each layer of noodles: 2 lasagna noodles, 1/2 the ricotta cheese mixture, all the kale, 1/2 cup tomato sauce, 1/8 cup Parmesan, 2 lasagna noodles placed in opposite direction as first layer, the remaining ricotta mixture, all the mushrooms, 1/2 cup tomato sauce, 1/8 cup Parmesan, the remaining lasagna noodles (alternating direction once more) and tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and remaining Parmesan. Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Remove aluminum foil and bake until cheese is golden brown and bubble, about 15 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27.7 g, Cholesterol 55.6 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 17.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 485.7 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

TUSCAN LASAGNA



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Spinach and lowfat ricotta make it hearty-and good for you.

Provided by Calvin Harris

Categories     Beef     Cheese     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Casserole/Gratin     Mozzarella     Parmesan     Healthy     Noodle     Advance Prep Required     Self     Small Plates

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound 85-percent-lean ground beef
1 cup sliced cremini mushrooms
1/2 cup minced white onion
2 garlic cloves, crushed
4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup lowfat ricotta
1 package (8 ounces) whole-grain lasagna noodles
Vegetable oil cooking spray
16 ounces low-sodium marinara sauce, divided
1/2 cup part-skim fresh mozzarella, divided
2 cups thawed frozen spinach
1/3 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. In a large pan over medium heat, cook beef, mushrooms, onion, garlic, parsley, salt, basil, Italian seasoning, fennel seeds and pepper until beef is browned, 12 minutes; transfer to a bowl and stir in ricotta. Cook noodles as directed on package; drain and rinse with cold water. In an 8" x 11" baking dish coated with cooking spray, place a layer of noodles. Top with 1/3 of the meat mixture, 1/3 of the marinara and 1/3 of the mozzarella. Repeat to create two more layers with remaining noodles, meat, marinara and mozzarella; before last layer, scatter spinach. Top with Parmesan. Cover with foil. Bake 30 minutes; remove foil and bake 20 minutes more. Cool 10 minutes before serving.

Tips:

  • Use fresh kale. Fresh kale has a more vibrant flavor and texture than wilted or frozen kale.
  • Don't overcook the kale. Overcooked kale is tough and bitter. Cook it just until it is wilted, about 2 minutes.
  • Use a good quality ricotta cheese. Ricotta cheese is the key to a creamy and flavorful lasagna. Look for a ricotta cheese that is made from whole milk and has a smooth texture.
  • Don't skimp on the Parmesan cheese Parmesan cheese adds a salty, nutty flavor to the lasagna. Use a good quality Parmesan cheese that is grated fresh.
  • Let the lasagna rest before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the lasagna to set. Let it rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

Tuscan kale lasagna is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its vibrant flavors and creamy texture, Tuscan kale lasagna is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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