Description
TThis rich and cheesy vegetarian lasagna is packed with layers of roasted veggies, creamy ricotta, and a flavorful marinara sauce. Perfect for a cozy dinner or family gathering! A healthy and delicious comfort food that’s guaranteed to impress.
Ingredients
- For the Roasted Veggies:
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 yellow squash, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
For the Ricotta Mixture:
- 1 (15 oz) container ricotta cheese
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil or parsley (optional)
For the Sauce:
- 1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce (or homemade)
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Other Ingredients:
- 12 lasagna noodles (regular or oven-ready)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (for topping)
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil (for garnish)
Instructions
1️⃣ Roast the Vegetables:
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss zucchini, squash, bell pepper, mushrooms, onion, and garlic with olive oil, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, until tender and slightly caramelized.
2️⃣ Prepare the Ricotta Mixture:
In a bowl, mix ricotta, egg, Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and basil. Set aside.
3️⃣ Cook the Noodles:
Drain and rinse with cold water to prevent sticking. (Skip this step if using oven-ready noodles.)
4️⃣ Assemble the Lasagna:
Spread 1/2 cup marinara sauce at the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Layer 3-4 noodles over the sauce. Spread 1/3 of the ricotta mixture over the noodles. Add 1/3 of the roasted veggies and 1/2 cup marinara sauce. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup mozzarella. Repeat layers twice more, finishing with noodles, sauce, and the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan on top.
5️⃣ Bake the Lasagna:
Cover with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for 15 more minutes, until golden and bubbly. Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
6️⃣ Garnish & Serve:
Sprinkle with fresh basil and serve hot!
Notes
- If using regular noodles, make sure to cook them before assembling the lasagna.
- You can use any combination of veggies you prefer, or even add spinach for a green touch!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 60mg