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Vegetable Lasagna


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious vegetable lasagna packed with flavor and nutrition.


Ingredients

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  • 1 large eggplant, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
  • 2 medium zucchinis, sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch strips
  • 1 red bell pepper, halved and seeded
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, halved and seeded
  • Olive oil, for brushing
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 9 lasagna noodles
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Brush the eggplant and zucchini slices with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.
  3. Grill or roast the vegetables until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. In a baking dish, spread a layer of marinara sauce on the bottom.
  5. Layer 3 lasagna noodles over the sauce, followed by half of the grilled vegetables.
  6. Add half of the ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella, and half of the garlic.
  7. Repeat the layering with 3 more noodles, remaining vegetables, ricotta, mozzarella, and garlic.
  8. Add the last layer of noodles, top with marinara sauce, remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
  10. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving and garnish with fresh basil leaves.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, add some Italian sausage to the vegetable layers.
  • You can use a mix of different cheeses for added depth.
  • Let leftovers cool completely before storing in an airtight container in the fridge.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg