Easy Vegetarian Lasagna Recipe for a Cozy Dinner

Here’s a delicious vegetarian lasagna recipe packed with veggies, cheese, and a flavorful tomato sauce :

Ingredients :

For the Sauce :

2 tbsp olive oil

1 onion, finely chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 cans (400g each) crushed tomatoes

1 tbsp tomato paste

1 tsp sugar

1 tsp dried oregano

1 tsp dried basil

Salt and pepper to taste

For the Vegetables :

1 zucchini, thinly sliced

1 bell pepper, thinly sliced

1 cup spinach (fresh or frozen)

1 cup mushrooms, sliced

1 carrot, grated

1 tbsp olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

For the Cheese Mixture :

2 cups ricotta cheese

1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

1 egg

2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped (optional)

Salt and pepper to taste

Other :

9-12 lasagna noodles (oven-ready or cooked, as per package instructions)

1 cup shredded mozzarella (for topping)

Instructions :

  1. Prepare the Sauce :

Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until soft and fragrant (about 5 minutes).

Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Stir well and let it simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  1. Cook the Vegetables :

In a separate pan, heat olive oil and sauté the zucchini, bell pepper, mushrooms, and carrot for about 5-7 minutes until softened. Add spinach and cook until wilted. Season with salt and pepper.

  1. Make the Cheese Mixture :

In a large bowl, combine ricotta, 1 cup of mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, fresh basil (if using), and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix until smooth.

  1. Assemble the Lasagna :

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Spread a thin layer of the tomato sauce at the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Place a layer of lasagna noodles on top of the sauce.

Spread 1/3 of the cheese mixture over the noodles, followed by 1/3 of the sautéed vegetables, and a layer of sauce.

Repeat this process (noodles, cheese, veggies, sauce) two more times, ending with a final layer of noodles and sauce on top.

Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese on top.

  1. Bake :

Cover the lasagna with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese on top is golden and bubbly.

  1. Rest and Serve :

Let the lasagna sit for about 10 minutes before cutting to allow it to set.

Enjoy your hearty, cheesy vegetarian lasagna !

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