Spicy Vegetable Lasagna
Spicy Vegetable Lasagna is a vibrant and satisfying dish that layers tender lasagna noodles with creamy ricotta, a colorful medley of fresh vegetables, and zesty marinara sauce. This meat-free recipe brings comfort to any table, offering a delightful explosion of flavors in every bite. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, it’s an easy-to-make meal that will leave everyone craving more.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 lasagna noodles
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed red and yellow), chopped
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups spicy marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté mushrooms and bell peppers until softened (about 5 minutes). Stir in spinach and zucchini until wilted.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Optionally add one egg for creaminess.
- In a baking dish, spread a layer of marinara sauce. Layer with noodles, half the ricotta mixture, half the sautéed vegetables, another layer of marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers until ingredients are used up.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Allow to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 40mg