Vegetarian Lasagna
Vegetarian Lasagna is a delicious and hearty dish that combines layers of pasta, fresh vegetables, and rich cheeses, making it perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Noodles and Sauce
- 12 pieces lasagna noodles Regular, not no-boil; gluten-free if required
- 24 oz marinara sauce
Vegetables and Seasoning
- 9 oz fresh spinach Well-drained frozen works too
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms Chopped small, or your favorite veggie
- 1 cup onion Chopped small
- 3 cloves garlic Minced
- 1.5 tsp salt Divided
- 1.5 tsp ground black pepper Divided
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
Cheeses
- 3 cups ricotta cheese
- 1.5 cups Parmesan cheese Shredded, divided
- 1 large egg
- 3 cups mozzarella cheese Shredded, divided
Other
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add lasagna noodles and cook for 8-10 minutes or until al dente. Drain the noodles and set them aside.
- Blanch the spinach in a shallow pan of water for 2 minutes. Drain, then press out any excess liquid. Allow to cool, then chop and set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet set over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms, onions, garlic, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, until onions are tender. Drain excess liquid, transfer to a bowl, and allow to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, ½ cup Parmesan cheese, cooled spinach, Italian seasoning, egg, and remaining salt and pepper. Mix well.
Assembly and Baking
- Spread ½ cup marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch casserole dish. Layer 4 lasagna noodles on top so they are slightly overlapping.
- Top with ⅓ of the cheese/spinach mixture, ⅓ of the mushroom mixture, ⅓ of the remaining sauce, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, and ⅓ cup of Parmesan.
- Repeat the layers two more times.
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for 15 more minutes.
- Let the baked lasagna cool for 10 minutes, garnish with parsley, slice, and serve.
Notes
Best served warm. Pair with a simple green salad or garlic bread. You can also throw in more veggies like zucchini or bell peppers for added nutrients.