Easy Lasagna Roll Ups With Ricotta & Spinach

These Easy Lasagna Roll Ups are a fun twist on classic lasagna that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Filled with creamy ricotta, spinach, seasoned ground beef, and plenty of melted cheese, they’re hearty, comforting, and easy to make ahead for family dinners.

Try my cheesy stuffed shells & chicken alfredo lasagna next!

Ingredients You’ll Need

Step by Step Instructions

STEP 1 – Preheat oven to 375° F and grease the sides of a 9×13-inch casserole dish.

STEP 2 – Boil lasagna noodles in a large pot of water according to the directions on the box until al dente. Once done, place them in a single layer on a greased baking sheet and set aside (you will need a few cookie sheets).

STEP 3 – Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium-sized pot and add ground beef. Cook on medium heat for 3 minutes, breaking up the meat with the back of the spoon as you are frying it. (It is okay if it is still pink at this stage)

STEP 4 – Add in the onions and garlic and continue to fry until the meat is no longer pink and the onions are soft and translucent (about 3-5 minutes)

STEP 5 – Add the red wine vinegar, oregano, 2 teaspoons salt & 1 teaspoon pepper and stir until combined

STEP 6 – Add the tomato sauce to the meat mixture and cook on a low simmer for 5 minutes. 

STEP 7 – Spread ¼ cup of the meat sauce on the bottom of the prepared casserole dish. 

STEP 8 – Make the cheese filling: in a medium-sized bowl combine ricotta, 1½ cups mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, egg, spinach, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper.

STEP 9 – Evenly divide the cheese filling amongst the lasagna sheets spreading it the entire length of the noodle

STEP 10 – Dot with the meat mixture (about 1 heaping tablespoon) in a thin line on top of the cheese filling keeping it centered and stopping 1-inch from the end.

STEP 11 – Starting with the end that has the meat filling closest to the edge, lightly roll a noodle and place it in the casserole dish, seam side down. Repeat with the remaining noodles.

STEP 12 – Spoon the remaining meat sauce over the rolls and sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella cheese

STEP 14 – Cover with tin foil and place on the center rack for 30 minutes, remove foil and place on broil for an additional 2 minutes.

STEP 15 – Garnish with fresh basil or parsley leaves and serve with garlic bread and a side salad. The Parmesan Bread Bites are quick and easy to make and the kids love them. Another great side dish recipe!

Storage & Reheating Instructions

Place colled lasagna roll ups in an airtight container you can store the lasagna rolls for up to 5 days in the refrigerator or up to 3 months in the freezer

I like to reheat these lasagna rollups in the microwave in 30 second intervals until heated through.

Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes! To save on time, you can make the rolls and place them in the casserole dish. When ready to bake them, add the meat sauce and cheese on top and bake as per directions.

Can I freeze lasagna rollups?

Complete Steps 1-12, then cool to room temperature and cover with layers of plastic wrap, then a layer of aluminum foil. Freeze forup to 3 months.

To cook, thaw completely in refrigerator overnight then cook as directed.