Pesto Polenta Lasagna

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 12

Mouth-watering Pesto Polenta Lasagna recipe for your dinner

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

480

Sugar

Fat

33g

Pesto Polenta Lasagna is a modern twist to the Italian classic, made with polenta instead of traditional lasagna noodles. The dish is layered with marinara sauce, pesto, pine nuts, and melted mozzarella cheese. This recipe is perfect for those who are trying to cut back on their carb intake or following a gluten-free or vegetarian diet. The dish is easy to make and can be customized to suit your preferences, like adding grilled veggies or your favorite protein.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2.	In a 9x9 inch baking dish, spread a layer of marinara sauce on the bottom.
3.	Add a layer of polenta on top of the sauce, making sure the slices overlap each other.
4.	Drizzle some pesto over the polenta, then sprinkle some pine nuts and mozzarella cheese on top.
5.	Repeat the layers until all the ingredients are used up, ending with a layer of cheese on top.
6.	Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

PROS

This Pesto Polenta Lasagna recipe is gluten-free, vegetarian, and packed with flavorful ingredients.

The polenta gives the dish a satisfying texture, while the pesto and pine nuts add a burst of flavor.

CONS

Although polenta is a versatile ingredient, it is high in carbs and calories, and should be consumed in moderation.

Moreover, the dish can be quite heavy, so it might not be suitable for people on a restricted diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite containing a high amount of cheese, this dish can be beneficial for your health in moderation.
The polenta is made from corn grits, which are rich in vitamins and minerals, and the pine nuts have anti-inflammatory properties.
Pesto made with olive oil has been linked to reducing the risk of heart diseases and helping control cholesterol levels.

	1 package polenta , cut into 1/4 inch thick slices
	1/2 jar bottled marinara sauce
	1/4 cup pesto
	1/4 cup pine nuts
	1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese