Description
A delightful twist on a classic dish, this Loaded Veggie White Lasagna is creamy, cheesy, and packed with fresh vegetables, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
- Lasagna noodles – 9 sheets (no-boil or regular)
- Ricotta cheese – 2 cups
- Shredded mozzarella cheese – 3 cups
- Parmesan cheese – 1/2 cup
- Fresh spinach – 4 cups (or 1 cup cooked and drained if using frozen)
- Zucchini – 1 medium, thinly sliced
- Mushrooms – 1 cup, sliced (button or cremini)
- Garlic – 3 cloves, minced
- Onion – 1 medium, finely chopped
- Olive oil – 2 tablespoons
- Salt – to taste
- Pepper – to taste
- Italian seasoning – 1 teaspoon (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Veggies: Wash and chop all vegetables. Sauté mushrooms, zucchini, and onion in olive oil until tender. Add garlic and spinach, cooking until spinach wilts. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning if desired.
- Mix the Cheese Filling: In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella, and half of the Parmesan cheese. Add a pinch of salt and pepper, mixing well.
- Assemble the Lasagna: In a baking dish, spread a layer of the vegetable mixture on the bottom. Place 3 sheets of lasagna noodles on top. Spread half of the ricotta cheese mixture over the noodles, followed by half of the remaining vegetable mixture. Repeat the layers: noodles, ricotta mixture, and vegetables. Finish with a final layer of noodles on top.
- Bake to Perfection: Cover the dish with foil and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 25 minutes. Remove the foil, sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan on top, and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Notes
- Let the lasagna cool for a few minutes before slicing for better presentation.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
- For longer storage, consider freezing portions wrapped tightly to prevent freezer burn.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Lasagna, Veggie Lasagna, White Lasagna, Vegetarian Recipe, Comfort Food