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Garden vegetable lasagna loaded with fresh vegetables and melted cheese

Garden Vegetable Lasagna

A delightful and satisfying vegetable lasagna filled with zesty garden vegetables and creamy cheeses, perfect for family dinners and gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 heure 5 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 8 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Ingrédients
  

Vegetable Base

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium yellow squash, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup mushrooms, chopped
  • 1.5 cups fresh spinach

Sauce and Seasoning

  • 3 cups marinara or tomato pasta sauce
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Cheese Layer

  • 1.5 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Lasagna Noodles

  • 9 pieces lasagna noodles, cooked and drained

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Gather all your ingredients. Wash and chop the vegetables as specified. Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic; slice the zucchini and yellow squash thinly, and dice the red bell pepper.

Cook the Base

  • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until tender and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the zucchini, yellow squash, mushrooms, and red bell pepper. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened.

Add the Spinach and Seasoning

  • Stir in the fresh spinach and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until the spinach wilts, about 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Mix Cheese Layer

  • In a separate bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, and grated Parmesan until creamy and smooth.

Assemble the Lasagna

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Start layering the lasagna in a baking dish. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom.
  • Add three cooked lasagna noodles, then half of the sautéed vegetable mixture, followed by more marinara sauce and half of the ricotta mixture. Repeat the layering.

Top with Mozzarella

  • Place the final layer of noodles on top. Spread the remaining marinara sauce over the noodles and cover with shredded mozzarella cheese.

Bake the Lasagna

  • Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes until cheese is bubbling and golden.

Rest the Lasagna

  • Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before cutting and serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. For longer storage, freeze individual portions.
Keyword Comfort food, Garden Lasagna, Healthy Lasagna, Vegetable Lasagna, Vegetarian Dinner