Go Back

Vegetarian Lasagne

A delicious and hearty vegetarian lasagne filled with roasted vegetables, creamy ricotta, and a touch of balsamic for depth, creating a comforting and indulgent dish.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetable Layers
  • 2 cups bell peppers, diced Roasting enhances sweetness.
  • 2 cups zucchini, diced Roast to avoid sogginess.
  • 2 cups spinach, chopped Fresh or thawed from frozen.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Adds brightness.
  • 1 tablespoon basil, fresh and torn For added flavor.
Ricotta Filling
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese Whipped with nutmeg and black pepper.
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg Enhances the ricotta flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper Season to taste.
Béchamel Sauce
  • 2 cups béchamel sauce A thickened white sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon aged balsamic vinegar Adds depth to the sauce.
Pasta and Cheese
  • 9 sheets lasagne noodles Can use fresh or no-boil noodles.
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded For gooey texture.

Method
 

Roast Vegetables
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Toss bell peppers and zucchini in olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and spread them out on a baking sheet.
  3. Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until caramelized.
Prepare Ricotta Filling
  1. In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese with nutmeg and black pepper until creamy.
  2. Fold in the chopped spinach, lemon zest, and torn basil.
Assemble Lasagne
  1. Spread a thin layer of béchamel sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
  2. Layer lasagne noodles, followed by roasted vegetables, ricotta filling, béchamel sauce, and mozzarella cheese.
  3. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used up, finishing with béchamel and mozzarella on top.
Bake Lasagne
  1. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the top is golden brown.
Serve
  1. Allow the lasagne to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

You can prepare the lasagne ahead of time and store in the fridge overnight. The flavors will deepen as they meld together.