Description
Layered Pumpkin, Sweet Potato & Spinach Lasagna with Whipped Ricotta & Brown Butter is a rich, comforting vegetarian dish combining tender roasted vegetables, creamy whipped ricotta, and a nutty brown butter finish. This elegant pasta-free lasagna delivers deep flavour, beautiful layers, and a perfectly balanced blend of sweetness and savoury richness.
Ingredients
For the Vegetables:
2 cups pumpkin (thinly sliced or roasted)
2 large sweet potatoes, thinly sliced lengthwise
2 cups fresh spinach
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg or paprika
For the Base:
1 1/2 cups marinara sauce or light béchamel
For the Whipped Ricotta:
200 g ricotta cheese
2–3 tablespoons cream or milk
1 tablespoon olive oil
Pinch of salt and black pepper
For the Brown Butter:
3 tablespoons butter
6–8 sage leaves (optional)
Optional:
Grated Parmesan cheese
Chili flakes
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Toss pumpkin and sweet potato slices with olive oil, salt, pepper, and nutmeg or paprika.
Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20–25 minutes until slightly tender.
In a skillet, sauté spinach until wilted and set aside.
In a bowl or blender, combine ricotta, cream or milk, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Blend or whisk until smooth and creamy.
Reduce oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
Spread a thin layer of marinara or béchamel in a baking dish.
Layer sweet potatoes, pumpkin, spinach, and whipped ricotta.
Repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
Finish with sauce and Parmesan if desired.
Cover with foil and bake for 30–35 minutes.
Remove foil and bake for 10–15 minutes until golden and bubbling.
In a small pan, melt butter over medium heat.
Cook until golden brown and nutty.
Add sage leaves if using and cook for 1–2 minutes.
Drizzle brown butter over lasagna.
Sprinkle with chili flakes if desired.
Let rest slightly before serving.
Notes
Slice vegetables thinly for even layers.
Do not over-roast vegetables before baking.
Use high-quality ricotta for best texture.
Watch butter carefully to avoid burning.
Let lasagna rest before slicing for cleaner layers.
- Prep Time: 25 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean