Description
Sweet Potato & Kale Lasagna is a vibrant, nutritious dish that layers creamy ricotta and mozzarella cheese with tender sweet potatoes and fresh kale. This comforting casserole is perfect for cozy nights or impressing dinner guests with its colorful presentation and mouthwatering flavors. Each bite offers a delightful balance of sweetness and earthiness that will keep everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced thin
- 1 bunch fresh kale, chopped
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 24 oz tomato sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Peel and slice the sweet potatoes into thin rounds.
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat, add minced garlic, then sauté kale until wilted. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, half of the mozzarella, sautéed kale, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Spread some tomato sauce in the bottom of the baking dish. Layer sweet potato slices followed by half of the ricotta mixture. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used up, finishing with tomato sauce on top.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil, sprinkle remaining mozzarella on top, and bake uncovered for another 15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Substitute kale with spinach or add mushrooms for extra flavor. For a spicy kick, consider adding crushed red pepper flakes. Make it vegan by swapping ricotta with cashew cream or tofu.