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Vegetable Lasagna

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Vegetable Lasagna is a comforting, meatless casserole layered with roasted vegetables, creamy ricotta, savory marinara, and melty cheese. It’s a wholesome, crowd-pleasing dish perfect for vegetarians or anyone craving a hearty meal.

Ingredients

  • 9 lasagna noodles (regular or no-boil)
  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 1 small eggplant, sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 cups spinach
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (plus more for roasting)
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 ½ cups ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley or basil (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice zucchini, eggplant, and bell pepper. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast on a baking sheet for 20–25 minutes until tender.
  3. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil. Sauté onion and mushrooms until soft, about 5–6 minutes. Add garlic and spinach; cook until wilted. Set aside.
  4. In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese with dried basil, salt, and pepper.
  5. If using regular noodles, cook according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  6. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Layer noodles, roasted vegetables, spinach mixture, ricotta, sauce, and mozzarella. Repeat layers, ending with noodles, sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 15–20 minutes, until cheese is golden and bubbly.
  8. Let rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil if desired.

Notes

  • Roasting the vegetables prevents the lasagna from becoming watery.
  • Letting the lasagna rest after baking helps it hold together when slicing.
  • Use no-boil noodles to save time; just make sure there’s enough sauce to soften them.

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