Description
This Loaded Veggie White Lasagna is a delicious twist on the classic Italian dish, packed with colorful vegetables and creamy cheeses, all layered between tender lasagna noodles and a rich béchamel sauce.
Ingredients
Lasagna Noodles:
9 pieces lasagna noodles (Cook according to package instructions.)
Vegetable Mixture:
2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 medium onion (chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 medium zucchini (diced), 1 bell pepper (chopped), 1 cup spinach (chopped), 1 cup mushrooms (sliced), 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, salt and pepper to taste
Cheese Mixture:
2 cups ricotta cheese, 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Béchamel Sauce:
3 cups béchamel sauce (Store-bought or homemade.)
Garnish:
1/2 cup fresh basil (chopped, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the noodles: Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the vegetables: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion and garlic until translucent. Add zucchini, bell pepper, spinach, and mushrooms. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until tender.
- Prepare the cheese mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella, and 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese. Mix well.
- Assemble the lasagna: Layer béchamel sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, sautéed veggies, and repeat. Top with remaining cheese.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Rest and serve: Allow the lasagna to cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.
Notes
- You can customize the vegetable fillings based on your preferences.
- Feel free to add more herbs or spices to the cheese mixture for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 385 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Veggie Lasagna, White Lasagna, Vegetable Lasagna, Comfort Food
