Description
These Turkey Lasagna Roll-Ups combine the classic flavors of traditional lasagna with a fun and easy-to-make rolled presentation. Ground turkey is mixed with ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses along with herbs, then spread on cooked lasagna noodles, rolled, topped with marinara sauce and extra mozzarella, and baked until bubbly and golden. Perfect for a comforting dinner that serves six.
Ingredients
Scale
Lasagna Roll-Ups
- 12 lasagna noodles
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the lasagna roll-ups later.
- Cook the noodles: Boil the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and spread them flat on parchment paper to cool and prevent sticking.
- Cook the turkey: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey until fully cooked and no longer pink, breaking it apart into small crumbles. Drain any excess fat from the pan.
- Prepare the cheese mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, beaten egg, garlic powder, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Fold in the cooked ground turkey until thoroughly blended.
- Assemble the roll-ups: Spread a thin, even layer of the turkey and cheese mixture onto each cooked lasagna noodle. Carefully roll each noodle up and arrange them seam-side down in a baking dish.
- Add sauce and cheese: Pour the marinara sauce evenly over the rolled noodles, making sure they are well coated. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese over the top.
- Bake covered: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes to heat through and meld flavors.
- Bake uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese on top is bubbly and golden brown.
- Rest and serve: Allow the roll-ups to cool for a few minutes before serving warm to enjoy the perfect texture and flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or lean ground beef if preferred.
- Use no-boil lasagna noodles to reduce prep time, adjusting cooking instructions accordingly.
- For extra flavor, add finely chopped fresh spinach or mushrooms to the cheese mixture.
- Leftover roll-ups can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
- If dairy is a concern, use lactose-free cheeses or vegan cheese alternatives.
