Bolognese Rotolo
Looking for a new way to try lasagne? This slimming-friendly Bolognese Rotolo is a fun twist on the classic dish.
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NutritionPer Serving
- Calories439
- Carbs36g
- Protein41g
- Fat13g
- Saturates6.8g
- Sugars14g
This Bolognese Rotolo is everything you love about lasagne… just rolled up and baked to perfection. And it’s much easier than it looks… promise!
Layer it up, roll it up, pop it in the oven, and let it do its thing. You can bring a big bubbling dish straight to the table and let everyone dig in (always a winner in our house), or make individual portions if you’re feeling a bit fancy. Minimal extra effort, maximum “oohs” and “aahs”.
Every bite is filled with rich, beefy Bolognese and tons of flavour. It’s not strictly traditional rotolo, but it’s a brilliant lighter swap if you’re calorie-counting or following a plan like Weight Watchers. The ultimate comfort food without blowing your goals. Serve it up with a crisp, simple salad and a bit of cheesy garlic bread on the side.
What diets is this Bolognese Rotolo suitable for?
This Bolognese Rotolo recipe can easily be made suitable for vegetarian, vegan, and both gluten and dairy-free diets. Just be sure to swap out the following ingredients for suitable versions:
- 5% beef mince (vegetarian)
- Beef stock cube (vegetarian and/or gluten-free)
- Lasagne sheets (gluten-free)
- Reduced-fat Cheddar (dairy-free)
Remember to take extra care when you’re cooking for people with allergies. Use separate utensils, cookware, and preparation surfaces.
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How many calories are in this Bolognese Rotolo?
There are 439 calories in this Bolognese Rotolo recipe, which means it falls into our Weekly Indulgence category. These are all recipes that come in at under 500 calories or more, great for when you’re hosting or simply fancy something a little more indulgent to tuck into.All of the recipes in our Weekly Indulgence category slot perfectly into calorie-controlled diets or any one of the major diet plans like Weight Watchers.As a guide, an average man needs around 2,500kcal (10,500kJ) a day to maintain a healthy body weight. For an average woman, that figure is around 2,000kcal (8,400kJ) a day. Obviously, if your goal is to lose weight, then you might want to adjust these slightly. You can read more about these recommendations on the NHS website.
Step 1
Spray a large frying pan with low-calorie cooking spray, and set on a medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and fry for 5 minutes. Then add the beef mince, and continue to fry for 5 minutes — until browned on all sides.
Step 2
Add the carrot, courgette, celery, mushrooms, and cook for a further 5 minutes.
Step 3
Next, add the chopped tomatoes, tomato purée, water, stock cubes, and mixed herbs. Bring to the boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 20 minutes, until the sauce has thickened and the vegetables are soft. Season to taste, then leave the mixture to one side to cool.
Step 4
Meanwhile, prepare your lasagne sheets. Add the lasagne sheets to a large pan of boiling water and cook for 5 minutes, gently moving them around the pan to stop them sticking together. They should be flexible but not cooked through. Preheat the oven to 180ºC.
Step 5
Place some of the mince mixture in the bottom of an ovenproof dish (a couple of centimetres deep).
Step 6
Cut the lasagne sheets in half, lengthways. Spread the halved lasagne sheets with the cooled mince mixture — you want a fairly decent coating, but not too much that you can’t roll them up! Starting from the short side, roll up to create a swirl. Place the rolled up sheets end up in the dish. Repeat with the remaining lasagne sheets.
Step 7
Pour the rest of the mince mixture over the rotolo. Sprinkle with cheese and bake for 35-40 minutes, until the pasta is cooked and the is cheese golden and bubbling. Enjoy!
What could I serve with this Bolognese Rotolo?
How do you know when Bolognese Rotolo is cooked?
Cook the mince for 4-5 minutes or until browned.
Add celery, carrot, courgette, onion, tomato puree and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes or until vegetables soften slightly.
Add the chopped tomatoes ,1/2 tin of water, stock cubes, and Italian herbs. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes – the sauce should thicken.
Bake the Rotolo in the oven for 35-40 minutes until the pasta is cooked. The cheese will be bubbly and browning at the edges.
How long can you keep Bolognese Rotolo in the fridge?
Once you’ve put it out, ideally you should eat it within 4 hours.
If you allow any leftovers to cool, make sure to refrigerate in a container with a lid and chill. You can keep leftovers of Bolognese Rotolo in the fridge for approximately 3 days or so.
Can I freeze Bolognese Rotolo?
Yes you can! This recipe can be frozen, but please remember to do the following;
- Freeze it as soon as it is cold enough.
- Use a container or bag that is suitable for freezing.
Don’t forget to add a label with what it is, and on what date you put it in the freezer!
How do I reheat Bolognese Rotolo?
From chilled: Place in a microwave proof container with loosely fitting lid and heat for 4-7 minutes until piping hot.
From frozen: Allow to defrost, and heat covered in the microwave for 3-5 minutes then stir. Cook for a further 5-7 minutes until piping hot.
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Bolognese Rotolo
Looking for a new way to try lasagne? This slimming-friendly Bolognese Rotolo is a fun twist on the classic dish.
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Prep Time
1 HR
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Cook Time
40 MINS
- KCals 439
- Carbs 36G
Instructions
- Spray a large frying pan with low-calorie cooking spray, and set on a medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and fry for 5 minutes. Then add the beef mince, and continue to fry for 5 minutes — until browned on all sides.
- Add the carrot, courgette, celery, and mushrooms, and cook for a further 5 minutes.
- Next, add the chopped tomatoes, tomato purée, water, stock cubes, and mixed herbs. Bring to the boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 20 minutes, until the sauce has thickened and the vegetables are soft. Season to taste, then leave the mixture to one side to cool.
- In the meantime, prepare your lasagne sheets. Add the lasagne sheets to a large pan of boiling water and cook for 5 minutes, gently moving them around the pan to stop them sticking together — they should be flexible but not cooked through. Preheat the oven to 180ºC.
- Place some of the mince mixture in the bottom of an ovenproof dish (a couple of centimetres deep).
- Cut the lasagne sheets in half, lengthways. Spread the halved lasagne sheets with the cooled mince mixture. You want a fairly decent coating, but not too much that you can't roll them up! Starting from the short side, roll up to create a swirl. Then place the rolled up sheets, end up, in the dish. Repeat with the remaining lasagne sheets.
- Pour the rest of the mince mixture over the rotolo. Sprinkle with cheese, then bake for 35-40 minutes — until the pasta is cooked and the cheese is golden and bubbling. Enjoy!
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DawnWednesday 11th March 2026
Should it be fresh lasagne sheets or dried?
HollyTuesday 31st March 2026
Hi Dawn, we used dried lasagne sheets for this recipe, hope that helps!
Chris BrooksTuesday 10th March 2026
Can you use fresh lasagne sheets and would you still have to put them in hot water ?
HollyTuesday 31st March 2026
Hi, You could use fresh and skip soaking if you prefer, hope that helps!
MicheleFriday 23rd July 2021
My partner doesn’t like celery. Is there anything else I can use as a substitute, or is it best to just leave out?
(I’ve made other meals just for me, with & without celery & I think it tastes better with!)
Help!!!!
HollyMonday 26th July 2021
Hey Michele, you could omit the celery or add some diced pepper or extra courgette, hope that helps!
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