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Layered Mediterranean Vegetable Lasagna with Creamy Ricotta

Layered Mediterranean Vegetable Lasagna with Creamy Ricotta Bliss

Experience the delightful Layered Mediterranean Vegetable Lasagna with Creamy Ricotta, a vegetarian comfort food bringing the essence of Italy to your table.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Vegetables
  • 1 large Eggplant Can substitute with zucchini or portobello mushrooms
  • 2 medium Zucchini Substitute with yellow squash if preferred
  • 1 each Red Bell Peppers Substitute with other bell pepper colors
  • 1 each Yellow Bell Peppers Substitute with other bell pepper colors
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use avocado oil if preferred
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Lasagna
  • 12 sheets Lasagna Noodles Use gluten-free noodles if necessary
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese Can substitute with cottage cheese for a lighter version
  • 8 ounces Mozzarella Cheese Substitute with provolone for a different flavor profile
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can replace for a vegan option
  • 2 cloves Garlic Use garlic powder if fresh isn't available
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Can use fresh herbs; triple the amount needed
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil Can use fresh herbs; triple the amount needed
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce Store-bought or homemade works well
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves For garnish

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • Baking Sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • pot

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Arrange the sliced vegetables on the baking sheet, brush with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 20 minutes.
  3. While the vegetables roast, boil salted water and cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, minced garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  5. Layer in a baking dish: marinara sauce, three noodles, half the vegetables, half the ricotta mixture, and a third of the mozzarella and parmesan.
  6. Repeat layering with more sauce, noodles, vegetables, and ricotta, and top with more cheese.
  7. Add a final layer of noodles, remaining marinara sauce and cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  8. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until cheese is golden.
  9. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving and garnish with fresh basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pair with a light green salad or homemade Chai Cake for a delightful meal.

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