Name: Vegetable Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 cups sliced mushrooms; 2 cups chopped zucchini; 2 cups chopped spinach; 2 cups chopped bell peppers (any color); 1 large carrot, shredded; 4 cups marinara sauce; 3 cups ricotta cheese; 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese; 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tsp dried basil; 1 tsp dried oregano; Salt and pepper to taste; Fresh basil for garnish (optional)

Description

This Vegetable Lasagna is a nourishing and comforting dish with layers of fresh vegetables, creamy cheese, and rich tomato sauce baked to bubbly perfection.

Ingredients

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12 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups sliced mushrooms
2 cups chopped zucchini
2 cups chopped spinach
2 cups chopped bell peppers (any color)
1 large carrot, shredded
4 cups marinara sauce
3 cups ricotta cheese
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp dried basil
1 tsp dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh basil for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until translucent.

3. Add mushrooms, zucchini, bell peppers, and carrots; cook until softened. Stir in spinach until wilted and season with salt, pepper, basil, and oregano.

4. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce in a baking dish.

5. Layer 4 lasagna noodles over sauce.

6. Spread one-third of ricotta cheese over noodles.

7. Add half of the sautéed vegetables over ricotta.

8. Sprinkle one-third mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.

9. Repeat layering sauce, noodles, ricotta, vegetables, mozzarella, and Parmesan.

10. Top with noodles, sauce, and remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.

11. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then remove foil and bake 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.

12. Cool 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.

Notes

To prevent a watery lasagna, sauté vegetables to remove excess moisture.

Store leftovers covered in the fridge up to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months.

Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through.

Customize with seasonal vegetables or vegan cheese alternatives.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 350
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 50mg