🍠 Savory Cinnamon Roasted Sweet Potato & Cranberry Lasagna Rolls with Ricotta (Mediterranean)
📝 Description
These lasagna rolls combine roasted sweet potatoes, a hint of savory cinnamon, tangy cranberries, and creamy ricotta for a uniquely Mediterranean-style comfort dish. Instead of heavy sauces, this recipe relies on olive oil, herbs, and light tomato notes to keep it wholesome, satisfying, and beautifully layered. Perfect for holidays, special dinners, or a refined vegetarian main.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4 | 8–10 rolls)
Sweet Potato Filling
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2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
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2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
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½ tsp ground cinnamon
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¼ tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
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½ tsp dried thyme or oregano
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¼ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
Ricotta Layer
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1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
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1 tbsp olive oil
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Zest of ½ lemon
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2 tbsp fresh parsley or basil, chopped
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Salt & pepper, to taste
Assembly
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8–10 lasagna noodles, cooked al dente
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⅓ cup dried cranberries
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1 cup crushed tomatoes or light marinara
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¼ cup grated Parmesan (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
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Roast the sweet potatoes
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss sweet potatoes with olive oil, cinnamon, nutmeg, thyme, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25–30 minutes until tender. -
Mash filling
Mash roasted sweet potatoes until mostly smooth but slightly textured. -
Prepare ricotta
In a bowl, mix ricotta, olive oil, lemon zest, herbs, salt, and pepper. -
Assemble rolls
Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce in a baking dish. Lay out noodles, spread sweet potato mash, add ricotta, and sprinkle cranberries. Roll tightly. -
Bake
Place rolls seam-side down. Spoon remaining sauce over top and sprinkle with Parmesan if using. Cover and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake 10 more minutes. -
Serve
Garnish with fresh herbs and a drizzle of olive oil.
🫒 Mediterranean Nutrition Highlights
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Plant-forward & vegetarian
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Naturally sweetened with fruit
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Healthy fats from olive oil
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Calcium-rich ricotta
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No heavy cream or butter
❓ Q & A
Q: Does cinnamon make this sweet?
A: No—used lightly, cinnamon adds warmth and depth without sweetness.
Q: Can I make this gluten-free?
A: Yes. Use gluten-free lasagna noodles.
Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
A: Absolutely. Assemble up to 24 hours ahead and bake before serving.
Q: Can I add protein?
A: Yes—chopped walnuts, pine nuts, or white beans work beautifully.
Q: Is this freezer-friendly?
A: Yes. Freeze before baking for up to 2 months.
