Spinach Lasagna Cupcakes

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Health score
28%
Spinach Lasagna Cupcakes
65 min.
6
298kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your dinner game with a delightful twist on a classic favorite? Introducing Spinach Lasagna Cupcakes, a fun and flavorful dish that’s perfect for both family dinners and entertaining guests. These individual servings of lasagna are not only visually appealing but also packed with wholesome ingredients that everyone will love.

Imagine layers of tender lasagna noodles cradling a rich and creamy filling of ricotta cheese, vibrant spinach, and aromatic herbs, all topped with gooey mozzarella and a sprinkle of Parmesan. Each cupcake is a perfect portion, making it easy to serve and enjoy without the mess of traditional lasagna. Plus, they’re baked to perfection, ensuring that every bite is warm and comforting.

With a preparation time of just 65 minutes, you can whip up these delicious cupcakes even on a busy weeknight. They’re a fantastic way to sneak in some greens while satisfying your pasta cravings. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding. Serve them with a side of warm tomato sauce for dipping, and watch as your family and friends rave about this unique take on lasagna. Get ready to impress with Spinach Lasagna Cupcakes!

Ingredients

  •  lasagna noodles cooked drained cut in half
  • 1.5 cups pasta sauce 
  • oz spinach frozen dry cooked drained chopped
  • 15 oz ricotta cheese 
  • teaspoon oregano dried
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  •  eggs 
  • oz mozzarella cheese shredded
  • tablespoons parmesan cheese grated
  • serving tomato sauce warmed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • aluminum foil
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 6 jumbo muffin cups with cooking spray
  2. Line each muffin cup with 2 lasagna noodle halves, crisscrossing over bottom of cup, coming up sides of cup. Spoon about 1 tablespoon pasta sauce over noodles in each cup.
  3. In medium bowl, mix spinach, ricotta cheese, oregano, garlic powder, salt and egg.
  4. Place about 1/2 cup spinach mixture over sauce in each muffin cup; top each with about 3 tablespoons pasta sauce, 1 1/2 tablespoons mozzarella cheese and 1 teaspoon Parmesan cheese. Cover with foil.
  5. Bake 35 minutes. Uncover; bake about 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
  6. Let stand in pan 10 minutes; remove from pan, and serve immediately. If desired, serve with additional pasta sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories298kcal
Protein23.21%
Fat40.23%
Carbs36.56%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33.75
Glycemic Load
10.51
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
23.22043466568%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:297.62kcal
14.88%
Fat:13.54g
20.83%
Saturated Fat:7.77g
48.58%
Carbohydrates:27.68g
9.23%
Net Carbohydrates:23.97g
8.72%
Sugar:3.86g
4.28%
Cholesterol:72.34mg
24.11%
Sodium:674.66mg
29.33%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.57g
35.14%
Vitamin K:163.6µg
155.81%
Vitamin A:5778.97IU
115.58%
Selenium:33.67µg
48.11%
Manganese:0.61mg
30.49%
Calcium:289.34mg
28.93%
Phosphorus:249.74mg
24.97%
Folate:86.83µg
21.71%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.57%
Vitamin E:2.69mg
17.93%
Magnesium:67.19mg
16.8%
Iron:2.94mg
16.33%
Fiber:3.7g
14.81%
Potassium:518.07mg
14.8%
Zinc:2.01mg
13.37%
Copper:0.24mg
12.03%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
11.9%
Vitamin C:8.07mg
9.78%
Vitamin B12:0.54µg
9.07%
Vitamin B3:1.37mg
6.86%
Vitamin B5:0.65mg
6.47%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.91%
Vitamin D:0.33µg
2.23%