Description

Creamy Vegetable Lasagna is a comforting and delicious dish that layers tender pasta with a medley of fresh vegetables, rich ricotta, and gooey mozzarella. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this vegetarian lasagna is not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor, making it an instant favorite for both kids and adults alike.

Ingredients

Scale

9 lasagna noodles (no-boil or classic)
15 oz ricotta cheese (whole milk)
2 cups fresh spinach
1 cup sliced mushrooms (button or cremini)
1 medium zucchini (sliced thinly)
2 cups marinara sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (whole milk)
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic (minced)
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add sliced mushrooms and zucchini. Cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, spinach, half of the Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce at the bottom of a baking dish. Layer three lasagna noodles over it, followed by half of the ricotta mixture, more marinara sauce, and half of the sautéed veggies.
Repeat layering with three additional noodles, the remaining ricotta mixture, remaining vegetables, mozzarella cheese, and another layer of marinara sauce. Top with remaining noodles covered with marinara sauce and sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan.
Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes; remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Let rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 180g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 16g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: - Feel free to swap vegetables based on your preferences; try bell peppers or eggplant for variation. - For added flavor, consider mixing in fresh herbs like basil or oregano into the ricotta mixture.