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Veggie Lasagna

Irresistible Veggie Lasagna: Comfort Food Made Healthy

This high protein veggie lasagna is a nutritious twist on comfort food, offering delicious layers of vegetables and cheese.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Veggies
  • 1 medium zucchini
  • 2 cups bell peppers (mixed colors)
  • 2 cups spinach
For the Cheese Mixture
  • 15 ounces ricotta cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
For the Topping
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced bell peppers and spinach, sautéing for about 5–7 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Season with salt and pepper and mix until smooth.
  4. Spread a thin layer of the ricotta mixture in the baking dish. Layer zucchini slices, sautéed veggies, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella cheese until all ingredients are used.
  5. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10–15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  6. Let the lasagna rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Salting the zucchini before use helps prevent excess moisture. Cottage cheese can be used instead of ricotta for extra protein.

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